Short answer
Check whether translation must take place before or after certification, who may translate and whether the translator’s signature must also be certified.
How to use this information
Compare the guide with the recipient’s written requirements and check that the document type, country and language match. If the instructions use a different term, ask the recipient to explain exactly what must be certified rather than guessing which service they mean.
Check before ordering
Confirm who issues the document, whether the recipient accepts an original or certified copy, how recently it must have been issued and whether a translation must accompany it. Always verify current country and authority requirements in the linked primary source.
