Do you need to have Russian documents translated for a procedure in Belgium? Russian records are in Cyrillic: the transliteration of names and the apostille are decisive. Here is how to put together an accepted file.
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Which Russian documents should you translate?
For a residence permit, a marriage, citizenship or an equivalence, the Belgian administration generally requires a sworn translation of your Russian records. The most common ones:
- Civil status records: birth certificate, marriage certificate, certificate of single status.
- Russian criminal record extract.
- Diplomas and transcripts for an equivalence or a job.
- Court judgments and notarial deeds for family procedures.
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Apostille before the translation
Russia applies the apostille for many public records. Before the translation, your document must often be apostilled in the country of origin. For the exact order of the steps, see our guide apostille and legalisation and confirm with the receiving authority.
The transliteration of Cyrillic, a key point
Since Russian records are in Cyrillic, the sworn translator must transliterate your surname and first name consistently with your Belgian documents and your passport. A divergent spelling often leads to a rejection: indicate the transliteration already used on your papers.
Good to know: provide the Latin transliteration shown on your passport to ensure the consistency of the data, and confirm the target language (French or Dutch).
How to proceed
- Gather your Russian records and confirm the list with the administration.
- Have the documents apostilled if required.
- Indicate the transliteration of your name as it appears on your passport.
- Entrust the sworn translation Russian-French to a sworn translator.
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How can I avoid a discrepancy on my name?
Give the translator the Latin transliteration shown on your passport. The sworn translator uses it to ensure consistency with your Belgian papers.
Does a Russian record need to be apostilled?
Often yes. Russia applies the apostille. See our apostille and legalisation guide for the order of the steps.
Which language should you translate into in Belgium?
Into French or Dutch depending on the region and the service. Ask the administration for the target language before ordering.
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