The marriage certificate translation price at Insta Attestation Services starts at AED 26.25, VAT included, for translation between Arabic and English. Russian, Turkish, French, Spanish and German cost AED 210, Italian costs AED 315, and every translation is delivered the same day. The table below shows each rate before and after VAT, followed by what the price covers and where translation fits among the other steps, so you only pay once.
Marriage Certificate Translation Price by Language
| Language and direction | Price before VAT | Total with 5% VAT |
|---|---|---|
| English ⇄ Arabic | AED 25 | AED 26.25 |
| Russian ⇄ Arabic or English | AED 200 | AED 210 |
| French ⇄ Arabic or English | AED 200 | AED 210 |
| Turkish ⇄ Arabic | AED 200 | AED 210 |
| Spanish ⇄ Arabic | AED 200 | AED 210 |
| German ⇄ Arabic | AED 200 | AED 210 |
| Italian ⇄ English | AED 300 | AED 315 |
These rates apply in both directions: from the foreign language into Arabic (or English, where listed) and back. Turnaround is the same for every language: same day. If your certificate is in a language that is not in the table, we quote after seeing the document.
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Why Does the Marriage Certificate Translation Price Vary by Language?
A marriage certificate is not translated word for word. It records legal positions: the guardian, the witnesses, the dowry with its advance and deferred parts, and the authority that registered the marriage. Each of these has an accepted equivalent that the receiving authority expects to see, and a loose rendering can change the meaning for an official who cannot read Arabic.
The marriage certificate translation price depends mainly on how many specialised legal translators are available for each language, and on the review the terminology needs before delivery. Languages in high demand in the UAE have more translators; others take a more careful review and more of a specialist’s time.
What Does the Marriage Certificate Translation Price Include?
- The full text: including stamps, signatures and any notes written in the margins.
- Names that match the passports: we spell the names of the spouses and witnesses exactly as they appear in their passports, so please send passport copies with the certificate.
- Stamp and signature: the translation is issued on the translation office’s letterhead and stamped, which is what UAE authorities expect, as Gulf News explains in its guide to document translation.
The marriage certificate translation price does not include attestation fees for the certificate or its translation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or an embassy. Each authority charges its own fees.
Is Translation Enough? The Right Order of Steps
Translation is rarely the only step. A certificate going to an authority outside the UAE usually passes through three stages:
- UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation of the original: electronic marriage certificates issued by Dubai Courts are usually attested within one working day. Details are on our MOFA attestation Dubai page.
- Translation into the language the receiving authority needs: completed the same day.
- Attestation by the destination country’s embassy or consulate in the UAE: if that authority requires it. The French consulate, for example, requires documents in French or translated into French, as we explain on our France certificate attestation page.
Requirements differ from one country to another, so we ask where you will submit the certificate before we begin. If your question is about attestation rather than translation, read our guide to marriage certificate attestation in the UAE.
We handle all three stages in one transaction. Our courier collects the certificate from your address in any emirate and returns it attested and translated, with no office visits for you. Call us: +971 58 919 4228
Mistakes That Make You Pay Twice
The cheapest translation can turn out to be the most expensive one if it is rejected. These are the most common reasons people end up translating a marriage certificate twice:
- A name spelled differently from the passport: one letter of difference between the translation and the passport can stop the whole application.
- Translating before the original is attested: some authorities want the translation to include the attestation stamps, so a translation made earlier has to be redone.
- A translation without a recognised stamp: UAE authorities do not usually accept a translation that is not stamped by a translation office.
- An unreadable copy: a faded stamp or a cropped margin means missing details in the translation.
Marriage Certificate Translation Price: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the price for the whole certificate or per page?
The marriage certificate translation price in the table covers the whole certificate, in the direction you choose.
Do I need to hand over the original for translation?
A clear copy is enough for the translation. Attestation needs the original or the electronic certificate issued by the court. If you need a certified copy of the certificate, see our certified true copy service.
When do I need a UAE marriage certificate translated?
When registering the marriage at your embassy or in your home country, for residence, immigration and family reunification in a country that does not use Arabic, and before courts and official bodies outside the UAE.
Do you translate foreign marriage certificates into Arabic?
Yes, at the same rates shown in the table for the listed languages. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs official attestation services page, documents sent for attestation must be in Arabic or English or carry a legal translation. More about the service on our legal translation services in Dubai page.
Why choose Insta Attestation Services?
We have handled attestation and translation under one roof for more than ten years, helping hundreds of clients complete their paperwork quickly and without hassle, with door-to-door pickup and delivery across all seven emirates.
You may also find useful: certified true copy attestation.
Get your marriage certificate translated today. Call or WhatsApp us on +971 58 919 4228, or visit us at Opal Tower, 8th Floor, Business Bay, Dubai, 9 am to 6 pm. Contact us
