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Certified Translations for HMRC
HM Revenue & Customs may ask for foreign-language financial documents when you deal with self assessment, residence questions, or compliance checks. Where a document such as a foreign tax return, payslip or bank statement is not in English, HMRC needs a certified English translation so it can rely on the figures. Our certified translations reproduce every amount, date and reference so your records are clear.
Requirements
What HMRC Requires of a Certified Translation
- The translation carries a signed statement confirming the translation is a true and accurate rendering of the original, the date, and the translator's full name and contact details.
- Every figure, date, tax reference and account number is translated accurately, with amounts and currencies preserved.
- The translation is complete, including headers, footers and any official stamps.
- A copy of the original-language document is kept and provided with the translation.
- The translation is produced by a professional translator independent of the taxpayer.
FAQ
HMRC translation questions
Does HMRC accept certified translations of foreign documents?
Yes. Where HMRC requests financial or tax documents that are not in English, a certified English translation is accepted. It must be accurate, complete, dated, and show the translator’s name and contact details.
Do amounts and currencies need to stay as they are in the original?
Yes. The translator reproduces figures and currencies exactly as they appear on the source document. Converting currencies is not part of the translation — HMRC works from the original amounts.
Should I keep the original document?
Yes. Always retain the original-language document and provide it with the certified translation so HMRC can verify the figures against the source.
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