To obtain a U.S. marriage license, foreign civil documents must be translated by a certified translator. We provide county clerk-accepted translations for all 50 states.
Certified Translation of Marriage Certificates for U.S. Use
Foreign marriage certificates must be accompanied by a certified English translation when submitted to U.S. government agencies, courts, or vital records offices. USCIS requires certified translations of all foreign marriage certificates for spousal visa petitions (I-130), green card applications (I-485), and naturalization (N-400). Official Translations delivers USCIS-compliant certified translations of marriage certificates in all languages, with a signed certificate of accuracy included. Order your marriage certificate translation now.
Beyond immigration, translated marriage certificates are required for Social Security name changes, passport applications, state vital records amendments, and legal proceedings. For marriage certificates issued outside the U.S., see our marriage abroad translation page. If you also need your divorce decree translated, see divorce translation. For full USCIS spousal petition requirements, visit our spouse visa translation page.
We accurately translate marriage certificates from all issuing countries, including those with stamps, civil registry seals, and government signatures — all elements are noted in the translation. Turnaround is 24 hours. Get a free quote today.
Documents
What We Translate For Certified Translation for Marriage (U.S.)
Birth Certificate
Prior Divorce Decree
Death Certificate (deceased spouse)
Passport / National ID
Foreign Marriage Certificate
Name Change Document
Naturalization Certificate
Accepted By
Who Accepts Our Certified Translations
USCIS (I-130, I-485, N-400)
Social Security Administration
U.S. Passport Agency (DOS)
State Vital Records Offices
County Clerk Offices
U.S. Embassies & Consulates
State & Federal Courts
Financial Institutions (Name Change)
Process
How It Works
1
Upload Your Document
Send us your document via our online order form. We accept scans, photos, and digital files in any format.
2
Certified Translation
A qualified translator completes your translation with a signed certificate of accuracy included at no extra charge.
3
Delivered in 24 Hours
Receive your certified translation by email. A physical copy can be shipped if required by your institution.
Questions
Frequently Asked
Most county clerks require a certified translation of your birth certificate. If you were previously married, you will also need a certified translation of your divorce decree or death certificate.
Yes. Our certified translations include a signed certificate of accuracy and are accepted by county clerks and vital records offices across all 50 states.
Yes. If you have a prior divorce from a country other than the U.S., you must provide a certified translation of the divorce decree.
Standard turnaround is 24 hours. Same-day service is available if you have an appointment at the county clerk.
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Upload your document and receive a certified translation in as little as 24 hours. Accepted everywhere it matters.
