{"id":10094,"date":"2026-09-24T12:24:19","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T12:24:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/?p=10094"},"modified":"2026-09-24T12:26:32","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T12:26:32","slug":"criminal-record-translation-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Criminal Record Translation Services in Saudi Arabia: Get Your Visa Application Moving Without Delays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you submit your official documents, including a criminal record certificate, to any Saudi or foreign authority for a specific purpose, but the certificate is issued in a language that the authority does not understand, then having a translation alone is insufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should have your criminal record translated in accordance with legal standards for the document to be considered acceptable for the intended purpose. In this article, Alsun Arabia supports you to get criminal record translation services in any language, helping to complete any procedure you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#What_is_a_Criminal_Record_Certificate_and_When_Do_You_Need_It_Translated\" >What is a Criminal Record Certificate and When Do You Need It Translated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Saudi_Criminal_Record_vs_Foreign_Criminal_Record_Whats_the_Difference\" >Saudi Criminal Record vs. Foreign Criminal Record: What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Who_Needs_Criminal_Record_Translation_in_Saudi_Arabia\" >Who Needs Criminal Record Translation in Saudi Arabia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Criminal_Record_Translation_for_Legal_Reassurance\" >Criminal Record Translation for Legal Reassurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Authorities_That_Accept_Our_Certified_Criminal_Record_Translation_in_Saudi_Arabia\" >Authorities That Accept Our Certified Criminal Record Translation in Saudi Arabia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Languages_We_Translate_Criminal_Records_Into\" >Languages We Translate Criminal Records Into<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Our_Criminal_Record_Translation_Process\" >Our Criminal Record Translation Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#How_Much_Does_Criminal_Record_Translation_Cost_in_Saudi_Arabia\" >How Much Does Criminal Record Translation Cost in Saudi Arabia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Why_Choose_Alsun_Arabia_for_Criminal_Record_Translation\" >Why Choose Alsun Arabia for Criminal Record Translation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/criminal-record-translation-services\/#Latest_Posts\" >Latest Posts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Criminal_Record_Translation_Services_in_Saudi_Arabia\"><\/span><strong>Criminal Record Translation Services in Saudi Arabia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Criminal-Record-Translation-Services-1024x682.png\" alt=\"Criminal Record Translation Services\" class=\"wp-image-10096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Criminal-Record-Translation-Services-1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Criminal-Record-Translation-Services-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Criminal-Record-Translation-Services-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Criminal-Record-Translation-Services-930x620.png 930w, https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Criminal-Record-Translation-Services.png 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter whether you are an expatriate requiring work visa documentation, a citizen of Saudi Arabia moving abroad, or a company employing foreign workers, certified criminal record translation services will be required in the process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Criminal record documents, such as certificates and police clearance letters, as well as other judicial documents, can be translated into Arabic and over 75 other languages by Alsun Arabia. Saudi ministries and agencies, foreign embassies operating in Riyadh and Jeddah, and other organizations recognize such translations. All translations come with an official certificate of authenticity, and most translations take 24-48 hours to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Criminal_Record_Certificate_and_When_Do_You_Need_It_Translated\"><\/span><strong>What is a Criminal Record Certificate and When Do You Need It Translated?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The criminal record certificate, also known as a &#8220;certificate of good conduct&#8221; in Saudi Arabia, is an official document that verifies a person&#8217;s criminal background in a specific jurisdiction. When this document has to be translated due to linguistic barriers, the purpose of the process is to make sure that it can be used and understood by a certain authority, not speaking the original language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main reasons for a certified criminal record translation services include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Application for a Saudi work visa or Iqama (residence permit).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sponsorship of a foreign employee via the Ministry of Human Resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application for education at a Saudi university.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immigration to another country and the necessity of translating the criminal record. certificate from Arabic into the original language of the target country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adoption, marriage, or custody cases where a background check is needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application for licensing in a regulated profession (medicine, law, teaching).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Saudi_Criminal_Record_vs_Foreign_Criminal_Record_Whats_the_Difference\"><\/span><strong>Saudi Criminal Record vs. Foreign Criminal Record: What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s explain the difference between Saudi and foreign criminal records to proceed the translation process correctly to avoid delays and rejections:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Saudi Criminal Record<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Foreign Criminal Record<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Issuing authority<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Absher or the relevant Saudi police directorate<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Foreign country&#8217;s police department or ministry of justice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Language<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Arabic<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Varies by country<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Main use case<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Saudi nationals relocating, studying, or working abroad<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Expats applying for Saudi visas, Iqama, or employment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Key translation challenge<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Matching the formatting standards expected by the receiving country (embassies, foreign employers, and immigration offices).<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Mapping of foreign terms related to offenses, courts, and sentences to equivalent Arabic terms.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Risk if translated incorrectly<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rejection by the destination country&#8217;s authority, requiring resubmission<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rejection by Saudi ministries, delaying visa or employment processing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Needs_Criminal_Record_Translation_in_Saudi_Arabia\"><\/span><strong>Who Needs Criminal Record Translation in Saudi Arabia?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applicants for work visas or Iqama renewal applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HR personnel and recruiting agencies for foreign employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students applying to study at Saudi universities or exchange programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saudi nationals moving abroad, studying abroad, or working abroad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lawyers who are dealing with immigration or custody cases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants applying for professional licensing requiring a clear background check in Arabic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Criminal_Record_Translation_for_Legal_Reassurance\"><\/span><strong>Criminal Record Translation for Legal Reassurance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Criminal record documents are considered sensitive, and any errors or delays can delay the visa application process, an employment opportunity, or a court case. At Alsun Arabia, we start every project with three guarantees:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Confidentiality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The criminal record documents are translated with the utmost confidentiality, allowing only the assigned translators to work with such documents and handling them securely from beginning to end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Legally accurate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The translators who specialize in the translation of judicial and law enforcement documents are experienced in legal translations; therefore, they translate all terms related to offenses or procedure accurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Format guarantee for absolute acceptance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We format our translations according to the required formats in order to minimize the chances of rejection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Authorities_That_Accept_Our_Certified_Criminal_Record_Translation_in_Saudi_Arabia\"><\/span><strong>Authorities That Accept Our Certified Criminal Record Translation in Saudi Arabia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our certified criminal record translations are prepared to be accepted by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ministry of Interior or Absher-based services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ministry of Foreign Affairs for attestation and legalization processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Embassies and consulates of foreign nations based in Riyadh\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saudi universities and their admission departments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notaries and courts requiring certified translations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Languages_We_Translate_Criminal_Records_Into\"><\/span><strong>Languages We Translate Criminal Records Into<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team covers more than 75 languages with professional linguistic skills and subject matter specialization. Due to the diverse nationalities located in Saudi Arabia, we frequently translate between Arabic and English, Urdu, <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/spanish-translation-services\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7531\">Spanish<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/chinese-translation-services\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9072\">Chinese<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/chinese-translation-services\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9072\">Turkish<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/french-translation\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4333\">French<\/a>, Indonesian, <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/hindi-translation-services\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9407\">Hindi<\/a>, and Tagalog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Criminal_Record_Translation_Process\"><\/span><strong>Our Criminal Record Translation Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you send your criminal record via WhatsApp and pay the cost, here is what happens behind the scenes. Alsun Arabia designs a workflow to ensure that your translation is accurate and compliant with the official regulations. Let&#8217;s see how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The document is assigned to an expert translator who is familiar with terminology used in the legal field.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your translation will be reviewed by another translator for accuracy and format adherence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We provide a signed certificate of accuracy along with the translation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can have your <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/industries\/certified-translation-office-in-riyadh\/\">certified translation<\/a> delivered to you online; printed copies are also available upon request.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Does_Criminal_Record_Translation_Cost_in_Saudi_Arabia\"><\/span><strong>How Much Does Criminal Record Translation Cost in Saudi Arabia?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost of criminal record <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/\">translation services in Saudi Arabia<\/a> will be determined by the language pair, length of document, and desired delivery date. Our prices start from SAR 35 per page for English &amp; Arabic pairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Alsun Arabia, you can expect a guaranteed, up-front quote on your document before any work is started. There are never any unexpected charges, and our quote will always match the final invoice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_Alsun_Arabia_for_Criminal_Record_Translation\"><\/span><strong>Why Choose Alsun Arabia for Criminal Record Translation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Local experts, Saudi-based team<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know precisely what is expected of us by Saudi governmental ministries, embassies, and employers since we deal with them on a daily basis for more than 13 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Officially certified translations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every translation is accompanied by an official certificate of accuracy valid in government bodies and embassies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Legal speciality translators<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have legal specialists who have practical knowledge of the terminology in law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Quick service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regular documents are translated in 24-48 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Confidential handling of your data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We take care of your criminal records data privacy at every stage of the translation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A certified translation of a criminal record can be among the documents needed for your visa application, job offer, or university acceptance, and you don\u2019t want to risk rejection because of this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our professional team at Alsun Arabia has the experience and expertise to ensure that your documents are approved right away, without any hassles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upload your documents now and receive a fixed quote regarding our criminal record translation services immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/alsuntranslation-riyadh.com\/en\/media-translation-services\/\">Media Translation Services<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong>s<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-58204356\" data-has-schema=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion exclusive has-dark-title-bg\">\n<details open class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div>Is a certified translation of my criminal record legally required in Saudi Arabia?<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, most Saudi ministries, embassies, and employers require a certified translation rather than a simple one since it provides the signature guaranteeing that the translated document corresponds with the original one.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div>How long does criminal record translation take?<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A majority of criminal record translations take between 24 and 48 hours. Rush services or same-day services can be provided where necessary due to visa or legal deadlines.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div>Do I need attestation in addition to translation?<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you need to be attested or not depends on the receiving organization. Some organizations accept only a translated document, but some need more steps done, like notarization and MoFA attestation, along with the translation itself. 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