Sworn Translator English in Brussels: Certified Documents & Court Sworn Expert

Looking for a sworn English translator in Brussels for an OE immigration file, a notarial procedure or documents submitted to a Brussels commune? Our sworn translators are accredited by the Belgian Courts of Appeal and deliver certified English-French and English-Dutch translations within 24 hours.

Why you need a sworn English translator in Brussels

Brussels is one of the world's most international cities, hosting the European Union institutions, NATO headquarters, hundreds of multinational corporations and a vast community of English-speaking expatriates from the UK, USA, Ireland, India, Nigeria, Australia and beyond. For all official procedures in Belgium, English-language documents must be accompanied by a sworn translation produced by a translator registered with SPF Justice (just.fgov.be).

Whether you are registering at a Brussels commune, submitting a file to the Office des Étrangers, presenting documents at a notary or appearing before a Brussels court, a sworn English translation is the only form legally recognised by Belgian authorities. For visa and residency procedures, this requirement is strictly enforced.

Documents most frequently requiring a certified English translation in Brussels

• Civil status documents : birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees and death certificates from the UK, USA, Ireland, Australia, India, Nigeria, South Africa and other English-speaking countries
• Immigration and residency files (OE) : documents for family reunification, long-stay visa, Article 9bis regularisation, EU residence permits (Article 40bis) and long-term resident cards
• Academic diplomas and transcripts : for recognition by the French Community (NARIC) or NARIC Vlaanderen, or access to Belgian regulated professions
• Commercial and legal documents : contracts, memoranda of association, powers of attorney and English-language court judgements for Belgian courts or notaries
• EU institution documents : English-language documents produced for use before Belgian authorities or in bilateral legal proceedings
• Criminal records : DBS checks (UK), FBI certificates (USA), police clearance letters and other English-language criminal record extracts

How to order your sworn English translation from Brussels

1. Upload your document : send a clear scan or photo via our secure online platform. No appointment or travel required.
2. Receive a quote : fixed, transparent price based on document type, language pair and urgency. Payment by bank transfer (IBAN provided with the quote); VAT not applicable (franchise TVA, art. 44 §3).
3. Sworn translation by an accredited professional : your document is handled by a translator whose oath is recognised by a Belgian Court of Appeal.
4. Receive your certified translation : signed and stamped PDF by email. Paper original with official stamp available by post on request.

Frequently asked questions

Does the OE Brussels accept sworn English translations ordered online?

Yes. The Office des Étrangers requires a translation by a sworn translator accredited by a Belgian Court of Appeal. Whether you ordered online or in person makes no legal difference.

I need an English-to-Dutch translation for a Flemish body - can you do that?

Yes. Although Brussels is predominantly French-speaking, some federal bodies and Flemish-speaking Brussels communes require Dutch. We can produce translations into Dutch, French or both. Please specify the target authority when requesting your quote.

Can I also get certified English translations of Belgian documents for use abroad?

Absolutely. If you need a Belgian birth certificate, marriage certificate or criminal record translated into English for use at a foreign embassy, a UK registry office or a US immigration authority, we produce certified French/Dutch-to-English sworn translations as well.

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