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Certified Translation Services in Sierra Leone

Signed and stamped translations of civil, academic, legal and business documents, ready for embassies, universities and courts.

A certified translation is a complete and accurate translation accompanied by a signed and stamped statement from the translator confirming that it matches the original. Embassies, immigration authorities, universities, courts and banks ask for certified translations whenever a document is not in their working language.

Our Sierra Leone team translates documents from and into English, Krio, French, Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese and many other languages. Through the ABC Translation international network we can also provide sworn or notarised translations when the receiving country requires a specific format.

What's included

  • Translation by a qualified professional translator
  • Signed and stamped certificate of translation accuracy
  • Layout that mirrors the original, with stamps, seals and signatures described
  • Second-linguist proofreading
  • PDF delivery by email; printed originals by courier on request
  • Optional notarisation and legalization of the translation

Documents we handle

  • Birth, marriage and death certificates
  • Diplomas, transcripts and WAEC / WASSCE results
  • Passports, national ID cards and driving licences
  • Police clearance certificates
  • Court judgments and divorce decrees
  • Contracts and company registration documents
  • Medical records and reports
  • Bank statements and payslips

Available in: Freetown · Waterloo · Lungi · Port Loko · Lunsar · Kambia · Kamakwie · Makeni · Magburaka · Kabala · Bendugu · Bo · Moyamba · Bonthe · Pujehun · Kenema · Koidu · Kailahun

How it works

  1. 1

    Send your document

    Upload a scan or photo through our form, or email it to us.

  2. 2

    Receive your quote

    We confirm price, turnaround and any certification the receiving authority needs.

  3. 3

    We handle it

    Our linguists and legalization team do the work and keep you updated.

  4. 4

    Delivery

    By secure email, tracked courier, or collection — anywhere in Sierra Leone or abroad.

Frequently asked questions

Who accepts your certified translations?

Our certified translations are prepared to meet the requirements of embassies, immigration authorities, universities, employers and courts. Because each authority has its own rules, tell us where the translation will be submitted and we will match the required format — including notarised or sworn translations abroad through our international offices.

How long does a certified translation take?

Most short personal documents, such as birth certificates or police clearances, are ready within 1–3 working days. Urgent service is often possible. We confirm the exact turnaround together with your quote.

Can I send a scan or a phone photo?

Yes. A clear scan or photo of every page (front and back) is enough for us to quote and translate. If the receiving authority needs the original to be seen or attached, we will tell you before we start.

Why don't you publish fixed prices?

Prices depend on the language pair, the length and layout of the document, the certification required and the deadline. Sending us the document lets us give you an exact price instead of an estimate.

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