NAATI translation for Australia — FAQ

NAATI-certified translation is accepted directly by the Australian Department of Home Affairs, universities and professional bodies, without further legalization in most cases.

What is NAATI?

The National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, the Australian body that certifies translators and interpreters.

When is NAATI translation required?

For Australian visa applications, skills assessments, university admission and professional registration where a NAATI-certified translation is specified.

Does a NAATI translation need MFA legalization?

Normally no for use inside Australia. Legalization is only relevant when the same document is also used in a third country.

Which documents are most often translated?

Birth and marriage certificates, house registration, academic transcripts and degrees, police clearance certificates, employment references and bank statements.

How can the translator be verified?

The practitioner ID printed on the translation can be checked on the NAATI website.

How long does it take?

Commonly a few working days for standard civil documents, longer for technical or multi-page files.

What does it cost?

Fees depend on the document type, language pair, number of legalization steps and urgency. Request a written quotation by LINE, phone or email.

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