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Document Translation Requirements in Ireland

Official bodies in Ireland generally require a certified translation of foreign-language documents, and many documents also need an apostille or legalization before they are translated. Below: who can translate, when an apostille is needed, and where the official rules are published.

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Ireland requirements at a glance

Translation standardCertified translation
Who can translateProfessional translator or translation company providing certification
ApostilleNo, unless the document will be used abroad
Accepted languagesEnglish or Irish (Gaeilge)
Responsible authorityDepartment of Foreign Affairs (Ireland)
Important: Certified translations submitted to Irish authorities must contain a signed declaration confirming that the translation is a true and accurate representation of the original document.

Who can translate documents for use in Ireland?

Ireland does not operate a sworn translator system. Certified translations may be carried out by any competent professional translator or translation company. The translator must provide a signed and dated statement confirming that the translation is a true and accurate translation of the original document.

What makes a translation official in Ireland?

A certified translation must include:
  • A declaration of accuracy
  • The translator’s full name
  • Signature
  • Date of certification
  • Contact details
    • Further professional guidance on certified translations in Ireland is available here: Certified Translation Ireland – Professional guidance .

    How does Ireland treat documents from abroad?

    Documents submitted to Irish immigration or other public authorities must be translated into English or Irish where applicable. If the translated document will later be used outside Ireland, it may also require an apostille issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs.

    Legal basis

    Certified translation requirements in Ireland are based on administrative guidance issued by the Irish Immigration Service and other public authorities. Ireland does not license translators, and certification is a formal declaration of accuracy provided by the translator or translation company.

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    Submitting foreign documents in Ireland?

    Authorities in Ireland accept certified English translations with a signed Certificate of Accuracy. We translate from 60+ languages with delivery in 24–48 hours.

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    Sending U.S. documents to Ireland?

    U.S.-issued documents usually need an apostille before they can be used in Ireland — and the apostille should be obtained before the translation, so the certificate itself gets translated too. We offer e-apostille processing as an add-on to any order.

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    Ireland translation requirements — FAQ

    What type of translation does Ireland require?

    Ireland follows the certified translation standard for official documents. Translations should be completed by: professional translator or translation company providing certification.

    Is an apostille required for foreign documents in Ireland?

    No, unless the document will be used abroad

    What languages do Irish authorities accept?

    Official authorities in Ireland accept documents in: English or Irish (Gaeilge). Documents in any other language need a certified translation before submission.

    Can CertTranslate help with documents for Ireland?

    Yes. We provide certified translations into English with a signed Certificate of Accuracy — the format accepted by immigration authorities, universities, and credential evaluators in Ireland.

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    Sources

    Information verified against official sources. Last verified June 2026.

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