Is the original required?

Yes, the sworn translator examines the original before finalizing the translation.

Is an apostille necessary?

It depends on the country of origin; the civil registry will tell you.

Do you translate from every language?

Specify the language in your request; we confirm whether it can be handled with the quote.

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ActeClair Genève · Procedures

Getting married in Switzerland: translating your foreign documents

For the preparatory marriage procedure, the civil registry may request translations of your foreign documents.

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Which documents often need translating?

Birth certificate
Certificate of capacity to marry or single-status certificate
Divorce judgment
Death certificate of a former spouse, where applicable

How it works with ActeClair

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Describe your procedure online
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Receive a quote
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The sworn translator prepares the translation after examining the original

ActeClair coordinates your request. The sworn translator carries out the translation. Price and timing are confirmed with the quote after review; acceptance by the authority is not guaranteed.

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