Estonian Documents for German Authorities: Certified Translation That Works

Delivery usually takes 3 to 6 working days; it may vary depending on the language and scope. Your personal delivery time is stated in your quote. This applies to most Estonian documents including birth certificates, diplomas, and commercial register extracts. Complex documents like lengthy company contracts may take slightly longer. We will confirm the exact timeframe in your personal quote.

A clear scan or photo is sufficient for creating your certified translation. You do not need to send your original document to us. The translator notes in the certification that the translation was made from a copy. German authorities accept this standard practice. You will present your original document directly to the authority when submitting your application.

Yes. Our translations are created by translators sworn in by German courts (vereidigte Übersetzer). These certified translations are accepted by all German authorities nationwide, including the Ausländerbehörde, Standesamt, universities, the Finanzamt, and banks. For more information on visa requirements, see the German Foreign Office website.

You pay after you receive your translation. The invoice arrives together with your certified translation. You then have 14 days to pay by bank transfer. No prepayment, no credit card required.

Estonian e-Government documents contain digital signatures and verification codes that must be correctly documented in the translation. Our translators experienced with Estonian documents know how to handle these elements properly. German banks and the Finanzamt are increasingly familiar with Estonian digital documents, but they still require a certified German translation to process them. For qualification recognition, you can check how your Estonian degree is evaluated at anabin.