NAATI Certified African Language Translation Services In Australia

Q: Which African languages do you provide certified translations for?

We provide NAATI-certified translation services for major African languages such as Afrikaans, Amharic, Arabic, French, Portuguese, Swahili, Somali and Tigrinya.

Q: How Long Does A Certified Translation Take?

Turnaround times depend on the service selected and on translator availability. Self-Service Extract translations can be ready from 1 hour, while other services are typically completed within 1–2 business days.

Q: What should I provide when placing an order?

Upload a clear copy of the complete document to our AcudocX portal, including every page, stamp, seal, signature, and table. Also confirm the source language, the target language, and the service option that suits your document.

Q: How Much Does A NAATI Certified Translation Cost?

Pricing starts from $44.95 per document, depending on the service type and language chosen. All prices include NAATI certification with no hidden fees.

Q: Does NAATI certification apply to the document itself?

No. NAATI certification relates to the translator's credentials. A NAATI-credentialed translator completes or reviews the translation and supplies the relevant certification details with the finished file.

Certified translation of African language documents for migration, study, employment, family law and everyday official matters from just $44.95. Our NAATI certified translators work across Swahili, Amharic, Tigrinya, Arabic, French, Portuguese, Somali, Afrikaans and many more African languages, producing accurate translations suitable for Australian and New Zealand authorities.

Over 1500+ satisfied Customers

Starting From

$44.95+ Service Fee

NAATI Certified

NAATI Certified

As required by AU & NZ authorities

Fast Turnaround

Typically Within 1 Business Day

Government Trusted

Home Affairs, DHA, Immigration NZ

Major African Languages

Affordable certified translations

NAATI Certified

Suitable for AU & NZ authorities

Why African Language Document Translation Requires Specialists

Documents issued across Europe carry conventions that rarely map neatly into English. Apostille annexes, civil registry extracts, notarial seals, multilingual EU standard forms, patronymic naming and diacritics all change meaning if they are handled carelessly.

A translator working on these records needs to reproduce that information in a form an Australian case officer, registrar or admissions team can read and verify against your other paperwork.

Accurate handling of scripts, names and dates

African scripts each require translators who read the source with confidence. Name order, romanisation choices and calendar conversion are matched to your passport and supporting documents so that records stay consistent.

Certified translation support for official use

Our service supports individuals, migration agents, law firms, universities and employers who need African language documents translated for official purposes. Where certification is required, the translation is completed or reviewed by a NAATI credentialled translator and the certification details are supplied with the finished file.

Professional translator working on certified documents

100%Online Service

All our translations are completed by NAATI certified translators, ensuring your documents will be suitable for government departments, educational institutions, and businesses throughout Australia.

Why Choose African Translations

From the first upload through to delivery, the process is built around documents that must stand up to review by an authority.

African Language Specialists

Our translators work regularly with certificates, registers, transcripts, court records and identity documents issued across North Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Central Africa and Southern Africa.

NAATI certified translation

When you need a NAATI certified translation, your document is handled by a translator holding the relevant credentials, with the certification details included on delivery.

Confidential document handling

Personal and commercial records are treated confidentially at every stage, with privacy protections applied to documents submitted through the online platform.

Standard turnaround options

Self service extract translations start from one hour, extract translations from one business day, and full translations from two to three business days. These are standard turnaround times rather than guaranteed delivery times.

Broad language coverage

Major and minor African languages are covered, including regional languages that are difficult to source elsewhere in Australia.

Fully online service

Upload your documents, choose your languages and service, pay online and receive the completed translation electronically. There is no office to visit and no appointment to book.

From Upload To Certified Translation In Three Steps

Upload Your Documents

Submit clear scans or photographs of the documents you need translated. PDF, JPG and PNG files are supported, with a maximum size of 10MB per file.

Document upload interface showing secure file submission

Select Your Service

Choose the source and target languages, select the translation option that matches your document and complete payment online.

Secure payment interface with credit card options

Translation And Certification

Your document is assigned to a NAATI certified translator and you will receive the translation with the digital NAATI stamp and Translator’s Statement of Certification.

Completed translation document ready for download

Clear Pricing That Suits All Budgets

Not sure which option to pick? Here's a quick guide:

Choose an Extract Translation if you'd like to use one of our existing translation templates. If you would like to translate the document yourself, then we have the cheapest Self-Service Option. This is our most popular service.
Choose Full Translation if we don't have an existing template or if you need more than just key information translated.
Every order is reviewed by a qualified translator and delivered digitally through our secure translation portal.

Self-Service Extract

44.95

per document+ Service Fee

Usual Turnaround: 24 hours

Perfect for simple document extracts

Start Translation

Extract key information yourself

NAATI certified translation

Average digital delivery within 24 hours

Suitable for Australian government departments

Email support

Designed for clients who can complete their own translations but need NAATI certification for official use.

Full Document

79.95

per page+ Service Fee

Usual Turnaround: 24-48 hours

Complete translation for complex documents

Start Translation

Complete document translation

All text, stamps, and annotations included

NAATI certified translation

Average digital delivery within 24-48 hours

Suitable for Australian government departments

Priority Email support

Ideal for complex or multi-page documents that require personalised handling, priority service, and fast turnaround.

Extract Translation

59.95

per document+ Service Fee

Usual Turnaround: 24 hours

Our most popular choice for certified translations

Start Translation

NAATI translator extracts key information

Professional translation service

Average digital delivery within 24 hours

Suitable for Australian government departments

Email support

Perfect for standard documents such as birth or marriage certificates, a quick, accurate, and affordable professional translation option.

Feedback From Our Clients

People rely on our online service when documents in an African language need to be translated clearly, accurately and professionally. Submitting documents online and receiving certified translations by email removes the need to visit a translation office, which matters most when an application deadline is close.

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Amara Diallo

Skilled Visa Applicant

"I needed my French birth certificate and West African academic credentials translated for my Australian visa application. African Translations delivered NAATI-certified copies in under 24 hours, and the Department of Home Affairs accepted them with no issues at all!"

22.10.2026

Emmanuel Osei

Import/Export Director

"We required official commercial contracts translated from Swahili and Yoruba into English for our partners based in Sydney. The terminology was spot-on, and the certified documents passed legal review immediately. Fantastic service!"

21.09.2026

Zoya Tesfaye

Overseas Graduate

"Transferring my Ethiopian driver's license required an official Amharic-to-English NAATI translation. The process was super fast online, and the staff at Service NSW verified the stamped translation without any questions."

19.08.2026

African Language Documents We Translate

Our services cover all forms of official and other documentation. Whether you need one certificate or several pages of court material, the right service can be selected for your document and its intended use.

Birth Certificates

Marriage Certificates

Driver’s Licences

Police Clearance

Certified translations of police certificates and background checks for immigration.

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Academic Qualifications

Property and Land Titles

Birth Certificates

Marriage Certificates

Driver’s Licences

Police Clearance

Certified translations of police certificates and background checks for immigration.

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Academic Qualifications

Property and Land Titles

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Languages We Cover

Documents reach Australia from every part of Africa, and our translator network reflects that spread. Major and minor languages are supported for certified translation.

Popular Languages

We Provide Certified African Translation Services Throughout Australia

Accurate NAATI-certified African translations are available across Australia, including services for African translators in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Canberra. Our professional translators provide fast and reliable African document translations online 24/7, 365 days a year for clients across Australia and internationally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which African languages do you provide certified translations for?

Are Your Translations Accepted By Australian Government Departments?

Yes, all certified translations performed by our NAATI-credentialed African language translators are 100% accepted by the Department of Home Affairs, state licensing boards, universities, and courts.

How Long Does A Certified Translation Take?

What should I provide when placing an order?

How Much Does A NAATI Certified Translation Cost?

Does NAATI certification apply to the document itself?

Ready to Get Your Documents Translated?

Order certified translation of your African language documents from NAATI credentialled translators. Order your translation now via our secure translation portal from just $44.95 + Service Fee.

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Fast Turnaround

Average turnaround for Self-Service Extract Translations is usually typically Within 1 Business Day (during business hours).

Major African Languages

We offer translations across major African languages, covering all your document translation needs.

Government Approved

As required by Department of Home Affairs, Immigration NZ, and other government agencies.