Passport & ID Translation
Certified translation of passports and identity documents for immigration and banking in Canada.
Do I need a certified translation of my passport for IRCC?
A certified translation of a passport is required by IRCC whenever the document is not issued in English or French. The same rule applies to national identity cards, residence permits and travel documents: every page bearing entries, stamps or visas is translated so the officer can match the identity.
- ✓IRCC: Required for non-EN/FR passports
- ✓Banks: Often required for account opening
- ✓Notaries: Accepted in certified PDF
Required Documents
- Scan of passport data page (recto)
- National ID card (recto/verso)
- High-resolution color scan (300 DPI)
Recommended Format by Institution
| Institution | Recommended Format | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| IRCC | Certified PDF | Online portal submission |
| Banks | Certified PDF | Digital verification |
How It Works
Send your documents
Upload or email your scanned documents for analysis.
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Get a detailed written quote within 1 hour.
Certified translation
Your documents are translated by a certified translator.
Delivery
Receive your certified translation by PDF or sealed paper.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I translate just the data page?
For IRCC, the data page is sufficient. Banks may require all stamped pages.
Is a certified PDF accepted?
Yes, IRCC and most banks accept certified PDF translations.
What if my passport has expired?
We can translate expired passports. Note the expiry in your application.
How fast can you deliver?
24–48h for passport translations. Rush available.
Do you translate visa pages too?
Yes. We can translate any stamped or visa pages as needed.
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