Document Translation
Birth Certificate Translation
Certified Spanish-to-English translation of Mexican birth certificates (actas de nacimiento). Accepted by USCIS, immigration courts, consulates, and government agencies. Court-authorized Perito Traductor.
What We Translate
We translate all Mexican civil registry birth certificate formats, including the 2010-style CURP-linked format, older handwritten actas, and CDMX digital-signature versions. We also translate birth certificates from other Latin American countries.
Who Needs a Certified Birth Certificate Translation?
US immigration (USCIS): All foreign birth certificates submitted with Form I-130, I-485, I-131, or any immigration petition must include a certified English translation. ELAN's translations comply with 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3).
US schools and universities: Enrollment of foreign-born students often requires a translated birth certificate for proof of identity and age.
Consulates and embassies: Visa applications, citizenship documentation, and consular services frequently require certified translations of vital records.
Dual nationality and passport applications: Mexican nationals applying for a US passport or establishing citizenship for their children need translated birth records.
Court proceedings: Family law, adoption, and estate matters often involve foreign birth certificates that must be formally translated.
Why Choose ELAN
Court-authorized
Our translators hold the Perito Traductor credential from the TSJ (Mexico City Superior Court of Justice).
USCIS-accepted
Every translation includes a signed certification statement meeting USCIS requirements under 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3).
3-hour urgent delivery
Standard birth certificates can be translated and certified in as little as 3 hours for urgent cases.
Digital + print delivery
Receive a signed digital copy immediately. Printed and sealed copies available for same-day or next-day pickup in Mexico City.
How It Works
- 1.Send your document: WhatsApp a photo, email a scan, or bring the original to our office. We accept digital copies.
- 2.Get your quote: Same-day quotes. No hidden fees.
- 3.Translation and certification: A court-authorized Perito Traductor translates and certifies your document with signature and official seal.
- 4.Delivery: Receive your certified translation digitally or in print. Standard: 1-2 business days. Urgent: 3 hours.
Not sure if you need it notarized or certified?
USCIS asks for a certified translation — not a notary stamp. Answer three questions and see exactly what the institution receiving your birth certificate requires. Take the 30-second check.
Take the 30-Second CheckFrequently Asked Questions
Does USCIS accept birth certificate translations from Mexico?
Yes. USCIS requires a certified English translation for all foreign-language documents. ELAN's translations meet the USCIS standard: the translator certifies their competency and the accuracy of the translation. Our translators are court-authorized Peritos Traductores.
Do I need the original or is a photocopy acceptable?
A clear scan or photo of your birth certificate is sufficient for translation. USCIS requires you to submit the original document along with the translation — ELAN translates from the copy you provide.
How long does a birth certificate translation take?
Standard turnaround is 1-2 business days. We offer 3-hour urgent service for most standard actas de nacimiento. Contact us to confirm availability.
What does a certified translation certification statement look like?
The certification is a signed declaration by the Perito Traductor stating their qualifications and that the translation is accurate and complete. It includes the translator's name, credentials, date, and official seal.
Do you translate birth certificates to languages other than English?
Yes. We handle Spanish-to-English and English-to-Spanish translations primarily, but can accommodate other language pairs. Contact us with your specific request.
Ready to translate your birth certificate?
Send us your document and get a same-day quote. Court-authorized. USCIS accepted.
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