Notarized Translation Cost

If you need a notarized translation for USCIS or any other official purpose, understanding the costs involved helps you budget appropriately and avoid overpaying. The total price depends on several factors including the language pair, document length, turnaround time, and the notarization itself.

Components of Notarized Translation Pricing

The total cost of a notarized translation includes two main components:

• Translation fee: Charged per page or per word by the translation service
• Notarization fee: Charged by the notary public for notarizing the translator's certification

Translation Costs by Language

In Los Angeles, translation rates vary primarily based on the source language. Common languages tend to be less expensive because more translators are available:

Common Languages (Lower Cost)

• Spanish to English: $20 to $40 per page
• Chinese to English: $25 to $45 per page
• Korean to English: $25 to $45 per page
• Tagalog to English: $25 to $40 per page
• Vietnamese to English: $25 to $45 per page

Moderately Common Languages

• Armenian to English: $30 to $50 per page
• Farsi/Persian to English: $30 to $50 per page
• Russian to English: $30 to $50 per page
• Arabic to English: $35 to $55 per page
• Japanese to English: $35 to $55 per page

Less Common Languages (Higher Cost)

• Hindi/Urdu to English: $40 to $65 per page
• Thai to English: $40 to $65 per page
• Amharic to English: $50 to $75 per page
• Other rare languages: $50 to $100+ per page

Translation Costs by Document Type

Some translation services charge flat rates for common documents rather than per-page rates:

• Birth certificate: $25 to $45 per certificate
• Marriage certificate: $25 to $45 per certificate
• Divorce decree: $40 to $80 (varies by length)
• Academic transcript: $35 to $60 per page
• Police clearance: $30 to $50 per document
• Passport pages: $20 to $35 per page

Notarization Fee

The notarization fee in California is straightforward: $15 per signature. For a notarized translation, the translator's signature on the certification statement is notarized, so the fee is typically $15 for the entire batch of translations done by the same translator. If you use a mobile notary, add a travel fee of $25 to $75.

Additional Costs to Consider

• Rush service: Same-day or next-day translation typically costs 25% to 100% more than standard rates
• Complex formatting: Documents with unusual layouts, tables, or graphics may incur additional formatting fees
• Multiple copies: If you need multiple notarized copies, each requires a separate notarization
• Apostille service: If the document will be used internationally, an apostille costs $20 from the California Secretary of State plus any service fees

Total Cost Examples

Here are some realistic total cost examples for common translation needs in Los Angeles:

• One birth certificate (Spanish to English), notarized: $25 (translation) + $15 (notary) = $40 total
• Three documents for USCIS (Korean to English), notarized: $100 (translations) + $15 (notary) = $115 total
• Marriage certificate + birth certificate (Arabic to English), notarized with mobile notary: $80 (translations) + $15 (notary) + $40 (travel) = $135 total
• Academic transcript (Russian to English), notarized, rush: $75 (translation with rush) + $15 (notary) = $90 total

Tips for Saving on Notarized Translations

• Bundle all documents with the same translator to pay only one notarization fee
• Avoid rush fees by planning ahead
• Compare prices from multiple translation services in Los Angeles
• Visit the notary instead of requesting mobile service to save on travel fees
• Check if your immigration attorney offers bundled translation and notarization services

Find a notary near you who can handle your translation notarization needs through our Los Angeles notary directory.