Diploma Translation for UK Visa

Price

Diploma translation pricing

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Standard delivery

24-hour delivery · UKVI certified · Home Office approved · Official certification included

£17.99per page

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Rush delivery

8-hour delivery · UKVI certified · Home Office approved · Priority processing

£29.99per page

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What you receive

What's included with your Diploma translation

UKVI certification: Official UKVI certification. Home Office accepts it for all UK visa and immigration applications.
Complete document package: One PDF: the certification page, a copy of your original, and the English translation.
Quality guarantee: Accurate work, guaranteed, with 2 free revisions included.
All languages supported: We translate diplomas from over 90 languages to English.

In detail

About Diploma translation

Diploma translations bridge the gap between foreign education systems and UK academic standards, making them indispensable for skilled worker and student visa applications. A diploma is more than a certificate of completion — it often contains grading scales, institutional seals, and honorific language that require nuanced translation to convey the qualification's true standing.

Key translation challenges

Grading systems and degree classifications: A "cum laude" distinction, a German "Sehr gut," or a French "mention très bien" each signal different levels of achievement that UK institutions and UKVI caseworkers may not inherently understand. Translators must render these accurately and, where helpful, provide contextual notes.
Institutional titles and seals: Many diplomas include the full legal name of the awarding institution in formal or archaic language, along with institutional mottos in Latin or other languages. These must be translated or transliterated faithfully to ensure the document is traceable to its source.

UKVI visa requirements

Diploma translations are critical for Skilled Worker Visa applications where UKVI or the employer must verify that the applicant holds qualifications equivalent to UK standards. For Student Visa (formerly Tier 4) applications, translated diplomas demonstrate prior academic achievement. NARIC (now ENIC-NARIC) equivalency assessments are often based on the translated diploma, making accuracy essential.

Apostilles, legalisation & handwritten entries

Diplomas and degree certificates for UK use may be apostilled (for countries party to the Hague Apostille Convention) or legalised, sometimes after authentication by the education ministry or awarding institution; where such certification is attached, we translate it too. Handwritten registration numbers, embossed institutional seals, and rector signatures are described and translated, with any unclear element noted.

How to get your Diploma translated

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Upload your diploma — we handle both single-page certificates and multi-page diploma supplements
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Our system identifies the source language and educational document format
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An academic translation specialist renders all text including degree title, institution name, grading distinctions, and date of award
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Grading scales and honours classifications are translated faithfully without conversion, preserving the original system for ENIC-NARIC assessment
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Institutional seals, rector signatures, and registration numbers are described and translated in full
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The certified translation is delivered ready for UKVI submission or ENIC-NARIC equivalency application

Country-specific Diploma formats

Germany: German diplomas use the terms "Diplom," "Bachelor," or "Master" with specific grading (Sehr gut, Gut, Befriedigend). The Diploma Supplement (Diplomzusatz) is often required alongside the main certificate for ENIC-NARIC assessment.
France: French diplomas use the "mention" system (très bien, bien, assez bien, passable). The diploma itself is often brief, with detailed academic records on a separate "relevé de notes" that should also be translated.
Mexico: Mexican professional diplomas (cédula profesional and título profesional) are two separate documents — the degree certificate and the professional licence. UKVI may require both to be translated.
Egypt: Egyptian diplomas are issued in Arabic, often with elaborate calligraphic formatting. University names and degree titles must be transliterated carefully as they may differ from the English versions used on university websites.

Common Diploma translation rejection reasons

Diploma translation implies a UK-equivalent degree title that does not match the ENIC-NARIC assessment: Translators should render the original degree title accurately (e.g., "Licenciado" not "Bachelor's degree") and leave equivalency determination to ENIC-NARIC.
Institutional name translated rather than transliterated, making it untraceable: The institution's name should be transliterated with the translation in parentheses, so UKVI can verify the institution against official registers.
Grading scale or honours classification omitted or inaccurately converted: Include the original grading notation alongside the translation and avoid converting to UK degree classifications — caseworkers expect the original system.

Common uses for Diploma translation

University applications
Skilled worker visa
Academic recognition
Job applications

Languages

Diploma translation by language

Select your language to get started with your diploma translation. Don't see it? We support 90+ languages.

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All supported languages for Diploma translation

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Central Asia

The certificate

What our certification statement says

Every translation is delivered with a signed certification page, in the wording UK Visas and Immigration, the Home Office and UK courts expect to see.

“I, [translator’s full name], certify that I am competent to translate from the source language into English, and that this is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, a true and accurate translation of the original document.”
The statement is followed by the translator’s signature, the date, and our company name and contact details, and the PDF is sealed with a PAdES-LTV digital signature. The certificate confirms the accuracy of the translation only.

FAQ

Diploma translation FAQs

Can I translate my own diploma for a UK visa application?

No. Home Office does not accept self-translated documents, even if you are fluent in both languages. The translation must be produced independently and certified with the translator's declaration, name, signature, and contact details. We provide that certification as standard.

Do I need to submit the original diploma with the translation?

Yes. You submit the certified English translation together with a copy of the original diploma. Never submit the translation on its own — Home Office matches the translation against the source document.

Is your diploma translation UKVI certified?

Yes. Every diploma translation is UKVI-certified and meets Home Office rules. You can use it for all UK visa and immigration applications, including spouse visas, work visas, and settlement applications.

How much does diploma translation cost?

A diploma translation costs £17.99 per page with 24-hour delivery. Rush 8-hour delivery is £29.99 per page. Upload your document to see your exact price right away.

How long does diploma translation take?

Standard delivery takes 24 hours. Rush delivery takes 8 hours. We send your certified translation by email as soon as it is ready.

Do I need a certified translation for my diploma?

Yes. Home Office requires a certified translation of every diploma in a UK visa application. Translations you make yourself, or ones with no certification, are not accepted. We provide the official certification you need.

What information is included in the certification?

The certification confirms the translation is accurate and complete. It shows the translator's credentials, signature, contact details, and the date. It also states that the work meets UKVI rules. It sits on its own page in your PDF.

What types of diplomas can you translate?

We can translate all types of diplomas, including: Diplomas, Degree certificates, Academic transcripts, Graduation certificates.

Sources

Official guidance & sources

Certified translation requirements for diplomas are set by Home Office. We keep our process aligned with the official guidance below.

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