Last Will & Testament Translation
Certified translation for estate settlement, probate, and notarial procedures in Canada.
Do Canadian notaries need a certified translation of a will?
Canadian notaries and courts ask for a certified translation of a foreign will for probate and estate settlement. The translation covers the entire instrument — clauses, codicils, witness attestations and notarial seals — because a partial version cannot be entered into the probate record by the estate's representative.
- ✓Probate courts: Certified PDF or paper
- ✓Notaries: Requirement set by each notary
- ✓Time-sensitive: Rush options available
Required Documents
- Complete will / testament including annexes
- All pages with signatures and witnesses
- Codicils if applicable
Recommended Format by Institution
| Institution | Recommended Format | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Notary / Probate | Sealed paper | Courts prefer certified originals |
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Certified translation
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Delivery
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do courts accept certified PDF translations?
Most probate courts prefer sealed paper copies; check the registry's directive before filing a certified PDF.
Can you translate handwritten wills?
Yes, provided the text is legible. We note any illegible portions.
How long does it take?
Standard 48–72h. Rush available for estate deadlines.
Do you translate codicils?
Yes. Codicils and amendments are translated alongside the main will.
Is notarization included?
No. Certification by a certified translator is included; notarization is not part of our services. We confirm with you whether it is required; it is then done by a notary (official directories below).
Notarized translation: where to find a notary
Asiatis does not handle notarization. We confirm with you whether the recipient requires a notarized translation; the notarization is then done by a notary.
The role and status of a notary vary by province: in Quebec, the notary is a legal professional; elsewhere, a notary public is often a lawyer or a person appointed by the province.
Official notary directories:
- Quebec — Chambre des notaires du Québec: Find a notary. The notary is a legal professional and a member of the Chambre des notaires. The directory lists notaries who agree to be referred to the public.
- British Columbia — Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia: Find a Notary (from the home page). Notaries public are regulated by the Society of Notaries Public; its tool lets you search for a notary by name or city and check their status.
- New Brunswick — Law Society of New Brunswick: Lawyer Search. Under the Notaries Public Act, every practising member of the Law Society of New Brunswick is a notary public.
- Prince Edward Island — Law Society of Prince Edward Island: Find a Lawyer. Under the Notaries and Commissioners Act, every member of the Law Society of Prince Edward Island is a notary public.
For another province, check with the relevant professional order or ministry of justice. This information is not legal advice. Directories checked on October 5, 2026.
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