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Antwerp

Why get a certified translation in Antwerp?

In Antwerp, “Buitenlandse huwelijksakte opmaken” concerns creating a record in the civil-status database for a recognised foreign marriage. Start online, then use the emailed link to book an appointment with the originals. Check separately whether recognition of the marriage is needed first.

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In Antwerp, CertiDocs helps you check the procedure, prepare supporting documents and identify the right professional. Confirm the requirements with the receiving service before ordering a translation.

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CertiDocs helps you scope a certified translation request for civil status certificates, diplomas, driving licences, contracts, judgments and immigration documents. Depending on your case, we direct you to a suitable sworn translator and the official sources that matter.

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Official sourceCity of Antwerp - official procedureOfficial sourceFPS Justice - National register of sworn translators and interpretersOfficial sourceFPS Justice - Legalisation of sworn translationsOfficial sourceFPS Foreign Affairs - Legalisation and apostille of documentsOfficial sourcee-Justice portal - Public documents in the EU

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Birth certificate

Marriage certificate

Residence permit

Court judgment

Criminal record extract

Power of attorney

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English → French

Arabic → French

German → French

French → Dutch

Turkish → French

Romanian → French

Guides

Prepare your application

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Frequently asked questions

+Which documents can be translated in Antwerp?
The page covers requests for official documents such as driving license, diploma, birth certificate, marriage certificate, contract, court judgment, transcript, criminal record extract, death certificate, medical certificate, residence permit, employer certificate, company statutes, power of attorney, identity card, passport, single status certificate, certificate of capacity to marry, residence certificate, household composition certificate, life certificate, divorce certificate, name change certificate, nationality certificate, acknowledgement of parentage, internship certificate, training certificate, certificate of inheritance, notarial deed of inheritance, will, family record book, adoption certificate, company register extract, payslip, tax certificate.
+What local point should I check in Antwerp?
In Antwerp, “Buitenlandse huwelijksakte opmaken” concerns creating a record in the civil-status database for a recognised foreign marriage. Start online, then use the emailed link to book an appointment with the originals. Check separately whether recognition of the marriage is needed first.
+How do I start a request from Antwerp?
You only need to provide the document, language combination and preferred deadline on the site.