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I’m a professional French to English and Japanese to English translator and editor based in the UK.
As a qualified member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting with an MA in Applied Translation Studies, I provide certified translations of your official documents, for use with UK government bodies, employers and academic institutions.
I also offer specialised translation and editing services for tech brands. I have over 6 years of experience translating and editing apps, games, websites and marketing content – from social media posts to help pages and sales presentations.
I’m passionate about inclusive language and accessibility, and formally trained in subtitling for the deaf and hard of hearing and audio description script writing for English-language film and television.
Certified translation
Are you moving to the UK, or applying to a UK university or job, from a French-speaking country? Then you probably need a certified translation service. I’m here to help.
What is a certified translation?
Certified translations can be used in formal procedures such as passport and visa applications and legal proceedings such as marriage and divorce. They may also be required when applying for jobs or university courses in the UK.
As a qualified member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI) with an MA (Distinction) in Applied Translation Studies, I can translate your documents to be used by official bodies in the UK, including:
The Home Office
The Passport Office
Most foreign embassies in the UK
The UK Border Agency
UK universities
My certified translations are always completed in line with industry standards. I will match the formatting of your original document as closely as possible, and provide a certificate that contains the standard wording, signature and seal required by UK official bodies.
Note: Unlike other countries, such as France, the UK doesn’t have a sworn translation system. UK official bodies use certified translations instead.
What kinds of documents can I translate?
Birth certificates
Death certificates
Marriage certificates
Divorce certificates
Academic degree certificates
Academic transcript
Criminal record certificates
Driving licences
Passports
Proof of address (utility bills, etc.)
Immigration and visa documentation
Employment contracts
If you need a certified translation of another kind of document, get in touch and I’ll be happy to help however I can.
Certified translation service rates
For this rate, I will:
Translate your document in full, in accordance with industry standards
Match the formatting of your document as closely as possible
Attach a certificate of translation as per UK government requirements
Apply the official ITI seal, demonstrating professional competence as a qualified member of the ITI
Email a PDF version of the completed translation as soon as it’s ready
Post your certified translation within the UK via Royal Mail Signed For delivery
Note:
If you need your translation posted abroad, or require it ASAP, Express (Tracked 24) or international postage fees apply
CAD, EUR, USD, JPY rates available upon request
To allow me to send your certified translation in the post without delay, full payment is required in advance.
£40–£60 per page depending on complexity
£60 minimum fee (includes certification and postage of completed document within UK via Royal Mail Signed For)
Qualifications and experience
Formal education and practical experience to ensure you are getting the best service possible
Two years of in-house experience at the Quality department of an ISO-certified translation agency
Experience living and working in Luxembourg and France
MA (Distinction) Applied Translation Studies (French and Japanese into English) University of Leeds
Qualified Member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (MITI)
BA (First class) English and French, University of Warwick
Former trainee editor at the European Parliament’s Clear Language and Editing Unit
Luke is a very diligent freelancer with exceptional attention to detail and a real willingness to learn, continually improve and take feedback on board. I have never received anything other than a good translation from Luke.
Michael Rutherford, former Operations Manager, ALM Translations