When an authority, a court, the Immigration and Passport Office or a university asks for a foreign-language document, a plain translation is rarely enough. What they need is a certified translation: a stamped and signed statement confirming that the translation is complete and faithful to the original.
ABC Translation translates official documents from more than 25 languages into German and vice versa. If needed, we also arrange the apostille or legalisation so that your document is accepted abroad without further questions.
What's included
- Translation by qualified professional translators working into their native language
- Certification statement with stamp and signature, bound to a copy of the original
- Faithful rendering of stamps, seals and handwritten notes
- Check whether the destination country also requires an apostille or legalisation
- Delivery by post or courier, with an advance PDF on request
Frequently asked questions
How much does a certified translation cost?
The price depends on language pair, length, subject and deadline. Send us a scan or photo of the document and you will receive a firm quote shortly.
How long does a certified translation take?
Standard documents such as birth or marriage certificates are usually ready within 2–4 working days. Express service is available on request.
Do I need to send the original document?
A scan is enough for the quote. Whether the certification needs the original or a certified copy depends on the authority you are submitting it to. We will clarify this with you.
Other services
- ApostilleInternational authentication for documents used in a member state of the Hague Apostille Convention.
- Embassy & consulate legalisationLegalisation for countries outside the Hague Convention – from preliminary certification to the consular stamp.
- Certified true copiesOfficially certified copies of passports, diplomas and company documents – including for use abroad.
- Power of attorney & signature certificationBilingual powers of attorney, certification of your signature and apostille for property, inheritance and companies.
- Document retrievalWe obtain birth certificates, criminal record and commercial register extracts in Liechtenstein, Switzerland and abroad.
- InterpretingInterpreters for appointments with authorities, weddings, notaries, negotiations and conferences.
Region
Vaduz, Schaan, Triesen, Balzers, Triesenberg, Planken, Eschen, Mauren, Gamprin, Ruggell, Schellenberg, Buchs SG, Sargans, Chur, St. Gallen, Feldkirch, Dornbirn