Fast Turnaround Times for Certified Translations

Certified translations start at $23.75 per page, with each page covering up to 500 words. The exact rate depends on your language pair, and volume discounts apply automatically on larger orders. You can see the rate for your specific language on our pricing page. If a page exceeds 500 words or your order needs any adjustment, we'll let you know before we start.

For USCIS immigration filings, a certified translation is sufficient. No notarization needed. Notarized translations are typically required for state and federal courts, U.S. passport applications, banks, academic credential evaluations (WES, ECE, etc.), child support proceedings, DMV submissions, and documents being apostilled for international use. If you are not sure which level of certification you need, see our certification guide.

Turnaround depends on page count and the processing speed you select: 1–3 pages: 24 hours standard, 12 hours expedited 4–8 pages: 48 hours standard, 24 hours expedited 9–20 pages: 72 hours standard, 48 hours expedited 21–30 pages: ~5 business days standard, 72 hours expedited 2-hour rush delivery is available for 1–3 page orders in select languages, Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 8 PM ET. You can choose your processing speed at checkout. See our full processing times table for details.

Upload your documents through our website when placing your order, or through the client portal after submitting. We accept photos, scans, and PDFs. You can also email files to info@floridatranslate.com. You do not need to mail originals.

Every order includes digital delivery at no extra cost. You will receive a PDF through your client portal and by email. For USCIS, the digital copy is usually all you need. If you need a physical copy, we mail a printed certified translation with the signed certificate of accuracy and embossed seal. Physical copies are typically required for court filings, passport applications, banks, credential evaluations, and international use. Shipping options include standard mail, expedited, overnight, and international delivery.

An apostille is a government certification issued by the Florida Department of State (or equivalent authority in other states) that authenticates a document so it will be accepted in another country. It's recognized in all 124 countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. The most common reasons people need one: getting married abroad, applying for dual citizenship, registering a business in another country, buying property overseas, or enrolling at a foreign university. If you're pursuing Italian dual citizenship, see our Italian citizenship translation and apostille guide.

Yes, signers can be located anywhere in the world. You need a valid government-issued ID (U.S. state ID, driver's license, or passport from any country), a stable internet connection, and a device with camera and microphone. This makes Remote Online Notarization practical for expatriates, military personnel overseas, and international business transactions.

Yes. A properly completed Florida RON carries the same legal weight as an in-person notarization. RON also includes additional verification layers: biometric or knowledge-based identity authentication, a recorded video session, and tamper-evident document technology. The notarized document is recognized in all 50 U.S. states and can be apostilled for international use. For a complete walkthrough of the RON process, see our detailed RON guide.

Our team reviews all orders before starting. In the vast majority of cases, no adjustment is needed since most standard documents fall within our 500-word-per-page limit and qualify for the standard rate. If we do identify anything that may require an adjustment (for example, more than 500 words, complex handwriting, or unusual formatting), we'll contact you with a revised quote before any work begins. You can then choose to move forward or cancel the order for a full refund.

We translate documents in 25+ languages with turnaround as fast as 2 hours. Pricing starts at $25 per page with volume discounts, and every translation includes a signed Certificate of Accuracy accepted by USCIS, courts, and universities. Our team includes legal professionals who understand immigration and court filing requirements. We've earned over 650 five-star reviews on Google.