The Social Security Administration requires certified translations of foreign birth certificates, passports, and other identity documents when applying for a Social Security number or benefits.
Certified Translation for Social Security Applications
The Social Security Administration (SSA) requires certified English translations of foreign birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, and other identity documents when processing Social Security Number applications, benefit claims, and retirement applications for foreign nationals. Official Translations provides SSA-accepted certified translations with a signed certificate of accuracy. Order your SSA translation today.
Foreign nationals applying for Social Security benefits, survivors' benefits, or disability benefits (SSDI) often need foreign records translated for the SSA. For SSDI specifically, see our disability assessment translation page. For foreign birth certificates needed as identity documents, see our vital records translation page. USCIS green card applicants who later apply for SSA benefits will find our permanent residency translation page helpful as well.
SSA local offices and federal benefit programs all accept our certified translations. We translate from all languages and provide translations within 24 hours. Get a free quote.
Documents
What We Translate For Certified Translation for Social Security (SSA)
Birth Certificate
Passport / National ID
Naturalization Certificate
Marriage Certificate
Prior Social Security Records
Disability Records (foreign)
Employment Records (foreign)
Medical Records (foreign)
Accepted By
Who Accepts Our Certified Translations
Social Security Administration (SSA)
SSA Field Offices (Nationwide)
Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
USCIS (Work Authorization / SSN)
Federal Benefits Programs
State Social Services Agencies
Workers' Compensation Boards
Disability Determination Services
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
Yes. Our certified translations are accepted by the Social Security Administration for SSN applications and benefit claims.
Typically you need a certified translation of your foreign birth certificate and passport. Additional documents may be required depending on your immigration status.
The SSA typically requires a certified translation with a certificate of accuracy. Notarization is generally not required.
Standard turnaround is 24 hours. If you have an SSA appointment, contact us with the date and we will prioritise your order.
