Certified Portuguese translation for Brazilian and European Portuguese documents. We translate certidões de nascimento, cartório records, university diplomas, and CNJ-apostilled documents — distinguishing between Brazilian and Portuguese spelling, vocabulary, and legal terminology for accurate USCIS and court submissions.
Our Portuguese translators understand Brazil's unique cartório (notary) system inside and out — the role of the Tabelião, the distinction between certidão de inteiro teor and certidão em breve relato, and the CNJ apostille authentication chain. For European Portuguese, they handle documents from the Conservatória do Registo Civil with equal expertise. Every translation correctly reflects the spelling differences between Brazilian and European Portuguese.
Whether you need a Brazilian certidão de nascimento translated for a green card application, Portuguese university credentials evaluated for U.S. professional licensing, or a full set of Brazilian corporate filings translated for cross-border due diligence, our Portuguese team delivers certified translations that meet every legal standard.
Signed Certificate of Accuracy included with every translation — accepted by USCIS, courts, and universities
24-hour turnaround for most certified document translations — same-day rush available
Every project undergoes dual-review quality assurance by a second independent linguist
Portuguese presents unique linguistic challenges that machine translation and non-specialist translators consistently fail to handle correctly.
Spelling, vocabulary, and grammar differ substantially between Brazilian and European Portuguese. "Registro" (BR) vs. "Registo" (PT) for "registry" — using the wrong variant can raise questions about document authenticity.
Portuguese has the personal infinitive and future subjunctive — tenses that don't exist in English. Legal documents heavily use these forms, requiring nuanced translation.
Brazil's notarial system (cartório) is unlike any English-speaking country's system. Understanding the role of Tabelião, Oficial de Registro, and types of certidões is essential for accurate translation.
Brazilian documents often require Apostille from the CNJ (National Council of Justice). Translators must understand the authentication chain and correctly translate all stamps and seals.
See why Google Translate and AI tools can't replace certified human translators for legal documents. A single mistranslated term can delay your case or invalidate your filing.
“Certifico que o presente documento foi lavrado no Cartório de Registro Civil.”
“I certify that the present document was washed in the Civil Registry Office.”
“I hereby certify that this document was drawn up and recorded at the Civil Registry Office.”
We provide certified translation for all types of Portuguese documents. Every translation includes a signed Certificate of Accuracy accepted by USCIS, courts, and academic institutions.
Our streamlined 5-step process ensures your Portuguese documents are translated accurately, certified professionally, and delivered fast.
Submit your document through our secure portal or email. We accept PDF, Word, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and all major formats — even photos of your documents.
Get a detailed, transparent quote within minutes. No hidden fees — price includes translation, editing, QA review, and certificate of accuracy.
A certified native-speaking linguist with expertise in your document type translates with precision, preserving legal meaning and cultural context.
A second linguist independently reviews the translation for accuracy, terminology consistency, and formatting — our double-check guarantee.
Receive your completed translation with a signed Certificate of Accuracy, ready for submission to USCIS, courts, universities, and government agencies.
USCIS, immigration courts, and state agencies require certified translations of all foreign-language documents. Our Portuguese translations meet every federal and state requirement.
Every Portuguese translation includes a signed Certificate of Accuracy — a sworn statement by the translator attesting that the translation is complete and accurate. This is the minimum requirement for USCIS filings, court submissions, and academic credential evaluations (WES, ECE, NACES members).
A notarized translation adds a notary public’s verification that the translator’s signature is authentic. Some state courts, foreign consulates, and government agencies require notarization in addition to certification. We provide notarized Portuguese translations with same-day availability.
For Portuguese documents being used internationally, an apostille certifies their authenticity under the Hague Convention. We coordinate apostille services with the Secretary of State’s office, providing a complete package: certified translation + notarization + apostille — ready for international legal use.
Our Portuguese translators bring specialized knowledge to every industry, ensuring accurate terminology and regulatory compliance.
Court filings, immigration petitions, contracts, depositions, and legal correspondence.
Medical records, clinical trial documents, patient communications, and insurance forms.
Federal, state, and local government documents, public notices, and regulatory filings.
Financial statements, audit reports, banking documents, and compliance materials.
Transcripts, diplomas, research papers, and credential evaluation documents.
Contracts, presentations, marketing collateral, manuals, and corporate communications.
Our network of Portuguese translators spans the entire United States. Select your state to find qualified professionals near you, or request remote services from anywhere.
