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    Find quick answers about NAATI-certified passport and document translations, immigration requirements, processing times, pricing, and official submission guidelines across Australia & New Zealand.

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    About NAATI certification and our services

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    Document types and requirements

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    Pricing, payment methods, and refunds

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    General Questions

    Yes, all our translations are completed by NAATI certified translators. Each translation comes with a certification statement that includes the translator's NAATI practitioner number, ensuring your documents meet the requirements of Australian government departments and institutions.

    Our typical turnaround times are: Self-Service Extract Translations from 1 hour, Extract Translations within 1 business day, and Full Translations within 1-2 business days. Please note these are indicative times and not guaranteed.

    Our NAATI certified translations are suitable for submission to Australian government departments including the Department of Home Affairs, state and territory transport authorities, educational institutions, and other official bodies that request certified translations.

    Yes, simply upload a clear scan or photo of your passport through our website. We work from digital copies to provide fast and convenient service.

    All translations are delivered digitally via email as PDF documents. If you require a printed hard copy, please contact our support team to discuss options. Most Australian institutions accept digital certified translations.

    We translate official passports from any country in the world. Our network of NAATI certified translators covers documents in over 70 languages from all regions globally.

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    Document Questions

    We translate a wide range of documents including birth certificates, marriage certificates, driver's licences, academic transcripts, diplomas, police clearances, passports, ID cards, medical records, employment references, and many other official documents.

    Yes, we can translate damaged or expired passports provided the text is legible. If certain parts are unclear, our translators will note this in the translation. Please ensure you upload the clearest possible image of the document.

    Full translations provide a complete translation of every element on the document, including all text, stamps, seals, and serial numbers. Extract translations include key information fields from your document (names, dates, places, etc.) in a standardised format.

    Yes, you don't need to send original documents. Simply upload a clear scan or photo of your passport through our website. We work from digital copies to provide fast and convenient service.

    Our NAATI certified translations are suitable for submission to Australian government departments including the Department of Home Affairs, state and territory transport authorities, educational institutions, and other official bodies that request certified translations.

    Yes, we provide NAATI certified translations in over 70 languages, including Chinese, Arabic, Vietnamese, Hindi, Spanish, Korean, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Greek, and many more. If you need a language not listed, please contact us to check availability.

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    Payment Questions

    Our pricing is straightforward: Self-Service Extract Translations are $44.95, Extract Translations are $59.95, and Full Translations are $69.95. These prices are per document and include the NAATI certification.

    We accept all major credit and debit cards including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Payment is processed securely through our website at the time of ordering.

    No, our pricing is transparent. The price shown at checkout is the total amount you pay. There are no hidden fees for certification, digital delivery, or standard processing.

    Yes, we offer express translation services. Our Self-Service Extract translations can be ready from 1 hour, Extract Translations within 1 business day, and Full Translations within 1-2 business days. Please note these are typical turnaround times and not guaranteed.

    Payment is required at the time of ordering through our secure website checkout. Once payment is processed, our team will begin work on your translation immediately.

    Yes, you will receive an invoice via email after your payment is processed. This invoice can be used for tax purposes or reimbursement claims. If you need a specific format, please contact our support team.

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    Delivery Questions

    All translations are delivered digitally via email as PDF documents. You'll receive your certified translation directly to the email address provided during ordering. Digital copies are widely accepted by Australian institutions.

    Yes, all translations are delivered digitally via email as PDF documents. Digital copies are widely accepted by Australian institutions.

    Our standard service provides digital PDF copies. If you require a printed hard copy, please contact our support team to discuss options. Most Australian institutions accept digital certified translations.

    Our typical turnaround times are: Self-Service Extract Translations from 1 hour, Extract Translations within 1 business day, and Full Translations within 1-2 business days. Please note these are indicative times and not guaranteed.

    For urgent translations, our Self-Service Extract option can be ready from 1 hour. For other services, please contact us before ordering to discuss your deadline and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.

    Each translation includes a certification statement confirming accuracy, the translator's NAATI practitioner number, signature, date of translation, and language direction. This certification meets the requirements of Australian authorities.

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