USCIS & immigration
National ID translations may be used as supporting identity evidence in immigration filings when requested.
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CertifiedNational IDTranslation Services
Certified translation of national identity cards, civil identification cards, and government-issued identity records for immigration, visa, consular, legal, academic, employment, and other official use. Every order includes professional human translation, an accuracy review, careful formatting, and a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy.
From $25 per pageUp to 250 words per billable page
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National ID cards translation details
National identity cards vary widely by country and may place important information on both sides. They can include the holder’s name, identification number, date and place of birth, nationality or civil-status details, issuing authority, issue and expiration dates, address fields, signatures, stamps, seals, barcodes, and machine-readable text. We translate the complete readable card while keeping names, numbers, dates, and labels easy to compare with the source.
If you already use a particular English spelling of a name on a passport, immigration record, or other official document, provide it with your order as a reference.
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A complete certified translation package
The translation, review, certification, and delivery are handled as one complete service.
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Professional Human Translation
Your document is translated by a professional translator using the complete source and selected language pair.
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Accuracy Review
The translation is reviewed against the source for completeness, names, dates, numbers, and important details.
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Careful Formatting
Headings, tables, labels, and structure are reproduced as closely as practical for easy comparison with the original.
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Complete Document Coverage
Readable stamps, seals, annotations, handwritten entries, and other relevant text are translated or appropriately identified.
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Signed Certification
A signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy accompanies the completed certified translation.
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Secure PDF Delivery
Your completed translation and certification are delivered securely as digital PDF files.
Prepare your document
Preparing your document
A clear, complete source helps us capture the full document and keep names, dates, stamps, and other important details in context.
Document note
National ID formats vary by country, and both sides can contain important information. Send every side or attached record requested by the receiving organization so the translation can reflect the complete identity document.
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Upload clear images or scans of both the front and back of the ID when either side contains information.
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Keep all edges visible and avoid glare, shadows, blur, or cropped corners.
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Make sure small print, identification numbers, dates, seals, signatures, barcodes, and machine-readable text are as clear as possible.
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Include any attached civil-registry or identity certification page requested with the card.
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Provide the established English spelling of the holder’s name from a passport or other official record when available.
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Do not crop stamps, seals, signatures, or document edges.
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Provide the English spelling of names used in your passport or official records when available.
Official use
Official use
Your national id cards may be requested for immigration, legal, education, government, licensing, or other official purposes.
Requirements vary by receiving organization. Follow the instructions provided by the organization receiving your documents.
Using a national ID for an official filing?Immigration Document Translation
Visa applications
Certified translations of national ID cards may support visa, residency, or travel-related submissions.
Consulates & embassies
Identity-card translations can be prepared for consular registration, nationality, or civil-status matters.
Schools & universities
Translated national IDs may be requested for enrollment, identity verification, or academic records.
Employment & licensing
National ID translations may support identity verification for employment, professional licensing, or credential review.
Courts & government agencies
Certified identity-card translations may be submitted for legal, benefits, tax, or other administrative processes.
Pricing
Simple certified translation pricing
Each billable page includes up to 250 words. Pricing follows the existing BabylonTranslate page-count rules, and you see your total before payment.
$25per billable page
Short 1-page document$25
2 billable pages$50
3 billable pages$75
Optional services
- Notarization
- +$20per eligible order
- E-Apostille
- +$75when eligible
- Physical Apostille
- +$180per document
- Physical copy & shipping
- +$35when selected
- Expedited translation
- +50%of base translation
Understanding your options
Certified, notarized, or apostilled?
Different submissions can require different levels of authentication. Here is what each option means.
Most common
Certified Translation
A complete translation accompanied by a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy.
Learn MoreWhen specifically requested
Notarized Translation
Adds notarization of the certification signature when the receiving organization requires it.
Learn MoreFor eligible international use
Apostille Service
Authentication for eligible notarized translation certifications when the receiving authority specifically requires it.
Learn MoreNot sure which service you need?Describe your situation and we will recommend the right option.
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How it works
From upload to secure delivery, each step is clear and straightforward.
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Upload & Pay
Send your documents and place your order securely online.
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Document Review
We review your files, language pair, and any special requirements.
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Translation
Your document is translated by a qualified human translator.
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Review & Certify
Accuracy review and signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy prepared.
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Secure Delivery
Your certified translation delivered as a secure PDF — ready to submit.
Language coverage
Available in 60+ languages
We translate national id cards documents across our supported languages. Choose your source and target languages when ordering, or send the file for review if it contains multiple languages.
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How much does national id cards translation cost?
Certified translation starts at $25 per billable page, with up to 250 words per billable page. Your total is shown before payment.
Does my translation include certification?
Yes. Certified translation orders include a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy with the completed translation.
Do I need to translate both sides of my national ID card?
Yes, when both sides contain information or when the receiving organization requests the complete card. Upload clear images or scans of the front and back without cropping any edges.
Can you translate small print, barcodes, or machine-readable text?
We translate readable text that appears on the card. Small print and machine-readable information should be uploaded as clearly as possible. A barcode or QR code itself is not translated, but readable labels or verification text around it can be.
Should I provide the English spelling of my name from my passport?
Yes, when available. An established English spelling from a passport or another official record can help keep the translated name consistent while the translation remains faithful to the ID card.
What if part of the card is blurry, reflective, or hard to read?
Upload the clearest scan or photograph available and avoid glare, shadows, and cropped corners. If important text is not legible, a clearer image may be needed before the translation can be completed accurately.
Should I upload both sides of my document?
Yes, when the reverse contains text, stamps, registration information, endorsements, or other content that forms part of the document.
What if a name has more than one English spelling?
Provide the spelling used on a passport or other official record when available. We can use it as a reference while keeping the translation faithful to the source document.
Do I need notarization?
Not necessarily. Add notarization only when the receiving organization specifically requires the certification signature to be notarized.
Can I add an apostille?
Apostille service is available as an add-on for eligible certified translation orders. If the original source document itself also needs an apostille, that is a separate process.
How will I receive my translation?
Completed translations are delivered securely as digital PDF files. Physical delivery is available for eligible certified orders when selected.
What if I am not sure which service I need?
Send us the document and the receiving organization’s instructions. Request a quote and we can review the translation service and add-ons to consider.
Still have questions?Tell us what you need and we will help you choose the right service.
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Translate your national id cards with confidence.
Upload your document, choose any services you need, and review your complete total before payment.
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