Apostille (Hague Convention 1961)
125 contracting parties accept Apostille as legalisation. Fastest route for most non-EU countries.
Educational documents
Statement of education translation
For international use, this document typically requires an Apostille (Hague Convention 1961, 125 contracting parties). For non-Hague countries, consular legalisation via the Foreign Office is required.
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Sworn statement of education translation for your purpose
For international use, this document typically requires an Apostille (Hague Convention 1961, 125 contracting parties). For non-Hague countries, consular legalisation via the Foreign Office is required.
- Recognition of foreign qualifications in the UK (ENIC)
- Enrolment at an overseas university
- Application to international employers
Legalisation route
Apostille, EU recognition or consular legalisation?
Direct EU recognition
Within the EU, direct recognition applies (Brussels IIa/IIb, Regulation 1191/2016) — no Apostille or legalisation required.
Consular legalisation
For non-Hague countries (e.g. Eritrea, Iran, Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, Iraq), consular legalisation via the Foreign Office and the destination embassy.
Why have your statement of education translated by Ecrivus?
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Sworn translation where required
We work exclusively with sworn translators from national registers (NRPSI, ITI, CIOL — UK; Rbtv — NL). Your translation is recognised by Dutch and international authorities.
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Issuing body recognised
We translate documents issued by Awarding institution (educational background statement) daily. Our specialist translators know the source context and international equivalences.
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Apostille or legalisation route
Apostille required for use in Hague Convention contracting states (1961). For non-contracting countries, consular legalisation via the embassy.
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Reply within 1 hour
Reply within 1 hour on working days. NDA on request — per assignment or framework agreement.
How it works
Your certified translation in 4 steps
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Request a quote
Request a no-obligation quote — response within 1 hour on working days.
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Upload your document
Send a scan or photo of your original document. We assess straight away which certification, Apostille or legalisation is required.
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Sworn translation by a certified translator
Our specialist sworn translators work on your document.
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Digital + paper delivery
You receive the certified translation digitally (PDF) plus a paper version by post — including Apostille or legalisation where needed.
OUR APPROACH
For your statement of education we handle the sworn translation and the Apostille endorsement (Hague Convention 1961). Send us the document; we confirm lead time and cost in the quote.
Do I need a certified translation of my diploma?
For recognition by UK ENIC, enrolment at an overseas university or applications to international employers, a certified translation is typically required.
Which documents accompany a qualification recognition?
Typically the diploma, the transcript (diploma supplement) and sometimes a statement of educational background. We translate the full set.
Do I need an Apostille for my diploma abroad?
For Hague contracting parties, Apostille is required; within the EU, direct recognition often applies; for non-Hague countries, consular legalisation.
How long does diploma translation take?
Turnaround depends on document count, language pair and certification requirements. We confirm a realistic deadline in the quote.
What is the difference between translation and qualification recognition?
UK ENIC assesses the qualification's value; we deliver the certified translation of the text. Both may be required — we supply the translation only.
Client stories
What our clients experience
Certified translations for our international cases are delivered quickly and carefully. Our project manager knows our account inside out.
Request a translation?
Send the document, target language and destination country. We confirm the Apostille or legalisation route and a realistic deadline in the quote.