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$99ATIA / notarized
$0.10per word · business
Certified translation in Alberta

What are the main types of translation?

Translation Agency of Alberta delivers the following 4 types of translation.

The four types

Compare and choose your type

Each type is accepted by different offices. Not sure? Upload your document and we confirm the correct one before you pay.

Most common
$59from / doc

Regular certified

The most popular and affordable type. Accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), most provincial and federal institutions, schools and colleges, insurance companies and employers.

Best for
IRCCAlberta registriesCanadian passportSchools & collegesEmployers250+ languages
TurnaroundUsually 1-2 business days
$99from / doc
🏛️

Certified by ATIA

Carries a certified translator's seal from ATIA - The Association of Translators and Interpreters of Alberta (translations valid across Canada). Required only when a body explicitly asks for it.

Best for
AAIPAPEGACourtsConsulates
TurnaroundUsually 3-5 business days
$99from / doc
📜

Notarized

Required by some foreign official institutions such as consulates (Mexican, Cuban, Russian, Spanish, etc.). It takes 2-4 days longer to process this type of order.

Best for
ConsulatesUse abroad
Turnaround2-4 days longer than regular
$0.10from / word
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Not certified

Most business translations need no certification at all. Certification does not reflect the quality of the translation, it just means more paperwork. You receive the translated file by email.

Best for
ContractsMarketingTechnicalWebsites
TurnaroundDepends on volume
Standard or ATIA?

Which one does your office require?

Most everyday needs use regular certified translation. Choose ATIA-certified only when the receiving body names it.

Regular certified most cases

  • Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
  • Alberta registry agent driver's licence exchange
  • Schools, colleges and universities
  • Credential evaluations (WES, IQAS, ICAS, CPA)
  • Employers and insurance companies
  • Name change after marriage, Canadian passport

Certified by ATIA on request

  • Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)
  • Professional licensing (APEGA and similar regulators)
  • Courts and some official institutions
  • Any body that explicitly asks for ATIA / a certified translator
30 ATIA languages

ATIA-certified translation languages

Regular certified, notarized and business translation are available in 250+ languages. ATIA-certified is available for these:

ArabicChineseCroatianCzechDutchFarsiFrenchGermanGreekHebrewHindiHungarianIndonesianItalianJapaneseKoreanMalayPolishPortuguesePunjabiRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSpanishTamilThaiTurkishUkrainianUrdu

Not sure which type you need?

Upload your document and name the receiving office. We confirm the correct translation type and the exact price before you pay.

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Frequently asked questions

Which type do most people need?

Regular certified translation. It is accepted by IRCC and most Alberta and Canadian institutions.

How do I know if I need ATIA-certified?

Check the receiving office. Some Alberta registry agents, courts, licensing bodies or professional regulators may request it.

When is notarized translation used?

Mainly for foreign institutions such as consulates. It takes a few days longer to process.

Do you translate business documents?

Yes. Business translation usually needs no certification and is delivered by email, priced from $0.10 per word.