NAATI-Certified Translation

NAATI-certified translation is a translation that has been produced and certified by a translator holding current certification from the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). NAATI is the only body in Australia that certifies translators and interpreters, making NAATI certification the definitive credential for professional translation competency in the Australian market.

A NAATI-certified translation includes a certificate of accuracy signed by the translator, stating their NAATI credentials and practitioner number, the language pair, the date of translation, and a declaration that the translation is a true and faithful rendering of the original document. This certification gives the translation legal standing for official purposes.

NAATI-certified translations are required for documents submitted to the Department of Home Affairs for visa and citizenship applications, court proceedings and legal filings, academic credential recognition by educational institutions and professional bodies, government agency submissions, professional registration applications, and various other official purposes where authenticated translation is required.

NAATI certification levels for translators include Certified Translator (the full professional credential), Certified Provisional Translator (an entry-level credential), and Recognised Practising Translator (for languages where testing is not available). Each level has different scope and acceptance depending on the intended use of the translation.

LEXIGO provides NAATI-certified translations across all major language pairs, with fast turnaround options for urgent requirements. Our NAATI-certified translators cover legal, immigration, academic, and government document types.

NAATI certification is not optional for many official translation purposes in Australia — it is a requirement. Submitting a translation without proper NAATI certification to the Department of Home Affairs, a court, or an educational institution will result in rejection and the need to have the document retranslated by a certified professional.

Understanding when NAATI certification is required and ensuring your translation provider delivers properly certified documents saves time, money, and the stress of rejected applications or filings.