Immigration Document Translation: Visas, Passports, and Birth Certificates

MOJ-Certified Immigration Translation Services in the UAE

Immigration document translation is one of the most frequently required and tightly regulated services in the UAE. Whether you are applying for a residency visa, family sponsorship, employment permit, nationality process, or overseas immigration, your documents must be accurately translated and officially certified to be accepted by authorities.

 

At CLT Translation, we provide MOJ-certified immigration document translation services for visas, passports, birth certificates, and all supporting documents. Our translations are accepted by UAE immigration authorities (GDRFA), MOFA, embassies, consulates, courts, and government departments, ensuring smooth processing and first-time approval.

 

With 29+ years of experience in UAE legal and immigration translation, we help individuals and families complete immigration procedures without delays, rejections, or compliance issues.

What Is Immigration Document Translation?

Immigration document translation involves the official translation of personal and civil documents required for immigration or residency purposes. These documents establish identity, nationality, family relationships, and legal status, making accuracy absolutely critical.

In the UAE, if immigration documents are issued in a language other than Arabic or English (as required), authorities usually demand MOJ certified legal translation, not informal or machine translation.

Immigration Documents We Translate

CLT Translation provides certified translation for all immigration-related documents, including:

Visa & Residency Documents

  • Entry visas and residence visas
  • Family sponsorship documents
  • Employment and work permit papers
  • Status change and renewal documents

Passports & Identity Documents

  • Passports (all nationalities)
  • National ID cards
  • Old and expired passports (where required)

Birth Certificates & Civil Records

Supporting Immigration Documents

  • Police clearance certificates
  • Medical reports and fitness certificates
  • Educational certificates
  • Employment contracts and experience letters

Each document is translated in full, including stamps, seals, handwritten notes, and official remarks.

When Is Immigration Translation Required in the UAE?

You typically need immigration document translation for:

  • UAE residency visa applications
  • Family visa and spouse sponsorship
  • Immigration to or from the UAE
  • Embassy and consulate submissions
  • Nationality or citizenship applications
  • MOFA attestation and legalization
  • Overseas employment or study visas

Uncertified or inaccurate translations often lead to visa delays, rejections, or resubmission requests.

Why Immigration Document Translation Is Highly Sensitive

Immigration documents directly affect a person’s legal status, mobility, and rights. Even a minor error—such as a spelling mismatch between a passport and birth certificate—can cause serious issues, including:

  • Visa refusal or processing delays
  • Rejection by immigration authorities
  • Additional attestation or re-translation costs
  • Legal complications
 

That’s why immigration translation requires:

  • Exact name and date consistency
  • Correct legal and civil terminology
  • Full translation of all visible content
  • Official certification and accountability

CLT Translation applies strict quality checks to ensure total accuracy and compliance.

MOJ-Certified Immigration Translation

All immigration translations by CLT Translation include:

  • MOJ-approved legal certification
  • Official translator declaration of accuracy
  • Company stamp and seal
  • UAE-compliant formatting
  • Legal accountability for acceptance
 

Our certified translations are accepted by:

  • UAE Immigration & Residency (GDRFA)
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
  • UAE Courts
  • Embassies and consulates
  • Government and semi-government entities

Birth Certificate Translation for Immigration

Birth certificate translation is one of the most commonly requested immigration services. It is required for:

  • Child residency visas
  • Family sponsorship
  • School admissions
  • Nationality and citizenship procedures
 

We ensure:

  • Exact name matching with passports
  • Correct translation of parental details
  • Full translation of registry stamps and notes
  • MOJ certification for official acceptance

Passport Translation for Immigration

Passport translation may be required when:

  • Submitting documents to embassies
  • Applying for visas abroad
  • Verifying identity in legal or immigration cases
 

We translate:

  • Bio-data pages
  • Observation pages
  • Stamps and endorsements (if required)

All passport translations are handled with strict confidentiality.

Visa Document Translation

Visa-related translations must reflect:

  • Correct visa category
  • Validity dates
  • Issuing authority details

Errors can result in processing delays or rejections, which is why certified translation is essential.

Languages We Support

CLT Translation provides immigration document translation in 75+ languages, including:

Arabic, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Turkish, Persian (Farsi), Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Malayalam, Tamil, Portuguese, and more.

 

All translations are performed by qualified human translators. We do not use AI or machine translation for certified immigration documents.

Our Immigration Translation Process

We follow a secure and compliance-driven workflow:

  1. Document Review – Purpose and authority requirements assessed
  2. Professional Translation – By MOJ-certified legal translators
  3. Consistency Check – Names, dates, and references verified
  4. MOJ Certification – Stamp, seal, and declaration applied
  5. Secure Delivery – Digital or printed certified copies provided

This ensures first-time acceptance by immigration authorities.

Immigration Translation Online

CLT Translation offers online immigration document translation. You can submit clear scanned copies or PDFs and receive MOJ-certified translations digitally, with printed copies available if required. This service is ideal for overseas applicants and urgent cases.

Confidentiality & Data Protection

Immigration documents contain highly sensitive personal information. We follow strict confidentiality standards, secure document handling, restricted access, and non-disclosure practices to protect client privacy.

Turnaround Time & Urgent Requests

  • Standard delivery: 1 working day
  • Same-day / express service: Available upon request

We understand immigration deadlines are time-critical.

Why Choose CLT Translation?

✓  MOJ Certified Translation Company
✓  29+ Years of UAE Immigration Translation Experience
✓  Accepted by Immigration, MOFA & Embassies
✓  Strict Confidentiality & Accuracy
✓  Fast Turnaround & Urgent Service Available
✓  Human Legal Translators Only

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

Yes. Immigration authorities and embassies require MOJ-certified translations for official processing.

 

Most documents are translated within one working day. Same-day service is available for urgent cases.

 

Yes. MOJ-certified translations are generally accepted by immigration, MOFA, embassies, and courts.

 

Yes. Clear scanned copies or PDFs can be submitted online for certified translation.

 

We cross-check all names with passports and apply strict consistency checks to avoid rejection.