Certified Translation Services New Zealand
- Certified translation services
- 30 years of visa and document service experience
- Translation support for immigration, legal and commercial matters
- Service across Australia and New Zealand
- English and Arabic speaking team
- Secure document handling and coordination
When you need documents translated for official use, CLS provides certified translation services for individuals, businesses and organisations across Australia and New Zealand.
Our network of professional certified translators (including NAATI-certified translators) assist with translations for visa applications, immigration matters, legal documents, education, employment, professional registration and international document requirements.
We can assist with translations from a wide range of languages while ensuring documents meet New Zealand government and authority requirements, including Immigration New Zealand.
Last reviewed: June 2026. Translation requirements vary depending on the receiving authority and purpose of use. Confirm current requirements before starting the process.
Start your translation request
Tell us which language your document is in and which language you need it in, and we will confirm the certified translation required, the timeframe and the fee — before any translation begins.
- Tell us the language pairChoose the language your document is written in and the language you need it in, and attach the document if you have it to hand.
- A consultant reviews itWe confirm what type of certified translation the receiving authority requires, and match your documents to a translator in that pair.
- You receive your quote and timeframeWe come back to you with the fee, the turnaround and anything else the authority asks for — before any translation begins.
- Certified translation deliveredYour completed translation is checked, certified and returned electronically, or arranged for delivery if you need hard copies.
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What Is a Certified Translation?
A certified translation is a translation that an experienced professional translator has certified as a correct translation of the original, stamped or signed by the translator or translation business and, where possible, presented on the business's official letterhead. Immigration New Zealand accepts translations from professional translation businesses and the Department of Internal Affairs Translation Service.
Certified translations are commonly required by New Zealand government agencies, Immigration New Zealand, educational institutions, professional bodies and overseas organisations when documents are not written in English.
A certified translation confirms that the translated document accurately represents the original document.
When Do You Need a Certified Translation?
Documents We Can Translate
CLS can assist with translation of:
Personal Documents
8 TypesEducational Documents
6 TypesProfessional and Legal Documents
6 TypesCommercial Documents
6 Types📄 Need a document or qualification verified that is not listed above? CLS coordinates official attestation for all document types. Contact our team for assistance.
Languages We Provide Certified Translation Services For
CLS provides certified translation services across a wide range of languages, including:
Most Requested Certified Translation Languages
Arabic
Arabic Translation Servicesالعربية • Middle East
Chinese (Mandarin)
Chinese (Mandarin) Translation Services普通话 • Asia
Chinese (Cantonese)
Chinese (Cantonese) Translation Services粵語 • Asia
Spanish
Spanish Translation ServicesEspañol • Americas & Europe
French
French Translation ServicesFrançais • Europe & Africa
German
German Translation ServicesDeutsch • Europe
Hindi
Hindi Translation Servicesहिन्दी • Asia
Japanese
Japanese Translation Services日本語 • Asia
Korean
Korean Translation Services한국어 • Asia
Italian
Italian Translation ServicesItaliano • Europe
Russian
Russian Translation ServicesРусский • Europe & Asia
Vietnamese
Vietnamese Translation ServicesTiếng Việt • Asia
💡 All translations are completed by qualified, independent certified translators (including NAATI-certified and NZSTI-member translators) and accepted by Immigration New Zealand, NZ government departments, legal courts & educational institutions.
How Our Certified Translation Process Works
Document review
We review your documents, required language and intended purpose to confirm the correct translation requirements.
Translation by a certified translator
Your documents are translated by a qualified professional translator experienced in official document translation.
Quality review
The completed translation is checked to ensure accuracy, formatting and required certification details are included.
Secure delivery
Your certified translation is provided electronically or arranged for delivery according to your requirements.
What CLS Manages for You
Language matching
We identify the appropriate translator based on your required language and document type.
Certified translation coordination
We coordinate certified translations suitable for government, immigration and official purposes.
Related document services
Where required, CLS can also coordinate Apostille, DIA Authentication and Embassy Legalisation services for translated documents.
Common Causes of Translation Delays – and How CLS Helps Avoid Them
Every common cause of delay — and how CLS prevents it before submission.
Incorrect translation type
Some authorities require certified translations rather than standard translations.
We confirm the correct service before proceeding.
Poor quality source documents
Documents that are unclear, incomplete or difficult to read can delay translation.
We review documents before processing.
Incorrect translator requirements
Certain authorities specify which translators they accept, for example Immigration New Zealand or, for Australian purposes, NAATI certified translators.
We ensure your translation meets the intended purpose.
Missing supporting documents
Some visa, legal or registration matters require multiple documents translated together.
We help coordinate the complete requirement.
Why Work With CLS for Certified Translation Services?
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Certified Translation Services through CLS.
Need a Certified Translation for your documents?
Speak with CLS before starting the process. We will review your documents, confirm the correct pathway and help you avoid unnecessary delays.
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