Certified and sworn translation in Abidjan
IvoireTrad provides certified translation in Abidjan, signed and stamped by a sworn translator recognised in Côte d’Ivoire, for visa, university and administrative files. Send a photo or a scan of your document, get a price within 15 minutes, and receive the translation in 2 to 3 days.
- Sworn translators
- Signed and stamped
- From 12,000 XOF a page
- Order remotely
- PriceFrom 12,000 XOF a page, stamp included
- Delivery2 to 3 days for most documents
- LanguagesFrench, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Arabic, German, Chinese
- PaymentOrange Money, Wave, PayPal, bank transfer
Certified, sworn or notarized: which one do you need?
The three words are often mixed up. Here is what each one means in practice.
| Type | What it is | When it is asked |
|---|---|---|
| Certified translation | A translation with the translator’s statement that it is complete and accurate | Universities, employers, many immigration files |
| Sworn translation | Made by a translator who has taken an oath before the courts, signed and stamped | Administrations, courts and most official files in Côte d’Ivoire |
| Notarized translation | A notary certifies the translator’s signature, not the translation itself | Only some authorities; tell us and we check what is possible before you pay |
Certified translation: documents we handle
From French into English and from English into French, as well as six other languages.
Civil records
Birth, marriage and death certificates, family record books, certificates of nationality.
Diplomas and transcripts
Diplomas, transcripts, baccalauréat, enrolment and graduation certificates.
Visa and immigration files
Bank statements, employment letters, payslips, sponsorship letters, property titles.
Driver’s licenses
Ivorian and foreign driver’s licenses, for use abroad or in Côte d’Ivoire.
Driver’s license translation →Court and legal papers
Police record extracts, judgments, powers of attorney, notarial deeds.
Company documents
Articles of association, contracts, financial statements, tender documents.
Business translation →Most of these files are translated from French to English; the same team works in the other direction.
What you receive
- The complete translation, laid out like the original
- The sworn translator’s signature and stamp
- A PDF copy by email or WhatsApp
- A signed paper copy on request, in Abidjan
Apostille and legalisation: IvoireTrad does not handle them in Côte d’Ivoire. They are separate steps done with the competent authority.
How certified translation works
- Send your documentA scan or a clear photo, and where it is going.
- Quote in 15 minutesPrice and delivery date in writing.
- Approve and payOrange Money, Wave, PayPal or bank transfer.
- Translation, check, stampTranslated, proofread, signed and stamped.
- DeliveryBy email or WhatsApp, paper copy on request.
Certified translation price
From 12,000 XOF
per page for French and English documents, signature and stamp included.
- Other languages from 15,000 XOF a page
- Exact price within 15 minutes
- No fee for the quote
Certified translation: your questions
What is the difference between a certified and a sworn translation?
A certified translation comes with a statement that it is complete and accurate. A sworn translation is made by a translator who has taken an oath before the courts and who signs and stamps it. In Côte d’Ivoire, the sworn translation is the usual form for official files.
How much does a certified translation cost?
From 12,000 XOF per page for French and English, in either direction, and from 15,000 XOF per page for other languages. The signature and stamp are included. You get the exact price within 15 minutes.
How long does it take?
Two to three days for most documents. Large files take five days or more. If you have a deadline, tell us: we confirm it before you pay.
Will my translation be accepted by the embassy?
Our translations are signed and stamped by a sworn translator recognised in Côte d’Ivoire, and are used for visa, university and administrative files. Requirements differ from one authority to another, so tell us where the document is going and we confirm any extra requirement before you pay.
Can I order from abroad?
Yes. Send a scan or a photo by WhatsApp or email, pay by PayPal, bank transfer or mobile money, and receive the translation by email. A signed paper copy can be arranged in Abidjan.
Do you handle apostille or legalisation?
No. We provide the certified translation only. Apostille and legalisation are separate steps handled by the competent authority.
Get your document certified
Send a photo or a scan and tell us where it is going. You get a price and a delivery date within 15 minutes.
Abidjan Plateau, Côte d’Ivoire
Phone and WhatsApp: +225 07 20 719 706
Email: contact@ivoiretrad.com