Writing
Notarisation
Where a notary is genuinely required, where it is only commonly asked for, and why notarisation attests to a signature rather than to the accuracy of a translation.
2 guides tagged Notarisation
Certified translationWhat USCIS actually requires of a translated document
The rule is two sentences long. Three things are commonly claimed about it that are not true, and each one is sold to applicants as a requirement.
- Certified translation
Does a USCIS translation need to be notarised?
No, and the regulation does not mention it. A notary verifies a signature, not a translation — they do not read the source language. Here is when notarisation is genuinely worth having.