English to French Document Translation

English document translations are required when a document needs to be presented in a foreign country, where the official language is different from that of the document’s issuing country. While a large number of countries accept English documents, some ask for the translation of personal, educational and commercial documents, required for immigration and other legal matters, into their official language.

English to French translation will be required if the country in which you need to submit the documents, for the purposes of visa applications, opening a bank account, entering into commercial transactions or any other legal matter, uses French as its official language. 

These translations have to be completed with great care to ensure that the meaning and the essence of the original document does not get compromised in any way. Even a minor error in the English to French translation can change the meaning and intent of the original document, which can lead to significant repercussions, especially for legal documents.

Translation mistakes of any type can be avoided by using the services of an experienced French translation company whose translators are well versed with both English and French. Professional translators understand the difference between various languages, their usage and grammar, and keep that in mind while translating documents.

Expert translators are well aware of the differences in the use of feminine and masculine nouns and the use of contractions in the French language. Clarity about the differences in the two languages is crucial to ensure accurate English to French or French to English translations.

Since French is the official language of over 25 countries, with each one having a local style, French translation agencies also need to keep in mind the country where the translated documents will be submitted and translate accordingly.  Certified French translation ensures that great care is taken to translate an English document into French.

The certified French translators at Legalisations.org.uk belong to the Institute of Translators and Interpreters as well as the Institute of Linguists. They are well versed with the translation of documents for international use and ensure that the translated document retains the integrity of the original.

Several countries require the translated documents to be legalised before they can be accepted. The process involves an apostille certification of the translated and original documents by the UK FCO, if the documents is to be submitted in a country that is a signatory to The Hague Apostille Convention 1961.

However, if the country in which you have to present your documents is not a part of The Hague Apostille Convention, an additional step of legalisation by the country’s embassy in London will be required.