FAQ: Do you have questions about identity cards and their translation? You can find the most important answers here:

Do you have questions about identity card translation for Germany?

• + Do I need a certified translation of my identity card?

  An attestation clause legally assures the accuracy of the translation. Since this is an official document, a certified translation is usually required in order for the document to be accepted by the institution.

Do you have questions about identity card translation in other countries??

• + What personal documents are almost always required from you when immigrating?

  When emigrating, translations of your personal documents are almost always required. This applies, for example, when applying for a visa, permanent residents card, green card, acquisition of citizenship or naturalisation.
  
  The documents that a foreign authority may require from you include, for example:
  
  

  • Passport and identity card
    
  • Doctor's letter/medical report
    
  • Banking and insurance documents
    
  • Diploma and other certificates
    
  • Driving license
    
  • Birth certificate
    
  • Marriage certificate
    
  • Police clearance certificate
    
  • Divorce documents
    
  • Certificate of nationality
    
    The embassy or consulate of your new home country will tell you exactly which document is required and whether you need to have certified translations made. Relocation agencies are emigration experts and, in addition to information, often offer complete packages with all the necessary administrative formalities.

• + What do I have to pay attention to when getting a certified translation of my identity card?

  If you have to submit the translation to the consulate, make sure you check whether the translation is to be done explicitly by a translator registered at the consulate. The consulate will be happy to give you information on this.

• + What effects can incorrect translations have?

  Incorrect translations of personal documents can lead to a rejection of your application. Therefore, you should make sure that all documents are correctly translated and thus accepted by the relevant authorities.
  
  For documents such as police clearance certificates, marriage or birth certificates, authorities usually require certified translations.

Do you have questions relating to the ordering/translation process of your identity card?

• + When will I receive my translation?

  lingoking offers you various options: "Standard shipping" takes 3 to 5 business days. With "express delivery", the translator will complete the translation within 2 to 3 working days. Certified translations are then handed over to Deutsche Post and it takes approximately 2 more business days until you receive your translation. You will receive the tracking number via your personal login area. Please note that we have no influence on the delivery time from the time of handover to Deutsche Post.

• + What does the translation of an id card cost?

  lingoking translates all document types and certifies the translation. The certified translation of your identity card usually follows a standard price, as the length does not vary. We offer the translation of your identity card for as little as 46.90 euros. For a small surcharge, you can also book additional certified copies as well as an additional digital version. This way, you will not only receive your certified translation by post, but also digitally as a scan. In addition, our express translation service with express delivery is available to you if you need it very quickly.
  
  Let the lingoking price calculator show you the exact costs for your translation now. The best thing is: With us you can also order the translation right away. At lingoking, we guarantee the highest quality, fast implementation and your complete satisfaction — all at an unbeatable price.

• + Into which languages can I have my identity card translated into?

  We translate your identity card into German as well as into any other language you desire. No matter whether French, Russian, Polish, English, Romanian, Italian, Turkish or Farsi. Of course, by a professionally trained specialist translator with the relevant industry knowledge!

• + What are the advantages of the lingoking translation service?

  Order your translation easily online in just a few clicks. A copy of your identity card (e.g. scan) is sufficient for the translation, we do not need the original.

• + Who translates my id card? Who has access to the documents?

  Your translation will only be carried out by trained and sworn translators. This ensures that your translation is recognized by all government offices and authorities. Only our translators will have access to your personal documents. Discretion and security are very important to us, which is why the encryption and upload in the digital order section also follow the highest security levels.

• + What is a certified translation?

  A certified translation is a translation of an official document provided with the translator's attestation clause. Such a translation can only be carried out by court sworn translators. The translator confirms the accuracy of the translation with his/her signature, stamp and attestation clause. The authenticity of the translation is thus guaranteed in a legally binding manner. When you order your translation from lingoking and select the ""certification"" option, we guarantee that the translation will be done by a translator who has been sworn by a court in Germany.

  Additional quality assurance is provided by the 4-eyes principle (proofreading by a second specialist translator) — as well as our certification according to the European quality standard DIN EN ISO 17100 for translation services. If you need to get it done quickly, we also offer an express service that allows you to meet even the tightest deadlines. Of course, we will treat your documents confidentially!