Certified vs. Notarized vs. Sworn vs. Apostilled Translation: What’s the Difference? You finally finish translating a document, and then an embassy or university asks for something that sounds almost identical but isn’t: “we need it notarized,” or “we only accept sworn translations,” or “does it come with an apostille?” The confusion around certified vs notarized translation — and where sworn …

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Certified vs Notarized vs Sworn Translation in Egypt infographic by Consulting Office for Translation explaining differences and uses of each type

Certified vs. Notarized vs. Sworn Translation in Egypt — What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need?

Certified vs. Notarized vs. Sworn Translation in Egypt — What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need? Last updated: March 2026 · Reading time: 15 minutes If you have ever been told that your document needs a “certified translation,” a “notarized translation,” a “sworn translation,” or a “legalized translation” — and you were not sure what the difference is or …

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