October 9, 2026
Power of Attorney to Buy Property Abroad from France
Buying, selling or mortgaging property abroad without travelling: draft power of attorney, signing before a French notary, certified English translation, apostille and dispatch of the original, in the right order.
October 9, 2026
Getting a Foreign Divorce Recognised in France
Divorced in the US, the UK or elsewhere? Until the divorce is recorded on your French civil status records, they still show you as married. The steps and the documents to translate.
October 9, 2026
Serving French Proceedings on a Foreign Company
Serving a French writ, summary proceedings or judgment on a UK or US company: which instrument applies since Brexit, what translation is required, and how to keep the hearing date on track.
October 9, 2026
Translating Foreign Company Bylaws for France
Setting up a branch or subsidiary in France? Which US or UK corporate documents need a certified French translation, and why your bylaws or articles should be translated as a mirror of the original.
October 9, 2026
US Credential Evaluation of a French Degree (WES, ECE): Certified Translation
Baccalauréat, licence, master or grande école diploma: which documents WES and ECE need for a US credential evaluation, who sends them, and which translation to plan for.
October 9, 2026
US or UK English in a Certified Translation?
Spelling, dates, legal and academic vocabulary: American and British English are not interchangeable. Why you should tell your sworn translator where the document will be used.
July 7, 2026
Foreign Criminal Record (FBI, ACRO, DBS): Certified Translation
FBI Identity History Summary, UK ACRO or DBS certificate: why and how to get them certified-translated for a French naturalization or talent passport application.
July 7, 2026
School Transcripts and University Applications Abroad: Which Translation?
School report cards, Baccalauréat transcripts, diplomas: certified translation of a university application file for the US or the UK, and the 2026–2027 deadlines.
June 2, 2026
Certified Translation for International Succession
Death certificate, will, grant of probate, title deeds… A complete guide to documents requiring certified translation in an international estate involving an English-speaking country.
June 2, 2026
Court-Appointed Expert vs Certified Translator: What's the Difference?
These two titles are not equivalent. Understanding the difference is essential to avoid having your file rejected by a prefecture, a court or a notary.
April 17, 2026
Certified Translation: Costs and Timelines
How are certified translation fees calculated? What turnaround times should you expect? A complete breakdown of pricing criteria and standard delivery timelines.
April 17, 2026
Certified Translation for a French Residence Permit: Which Documents?
Applying for a titre de séjour in France? Foreign documents must be accompanied by a certified translation. A complete guide to the required paperwork.
April 17, 2026
French Naturalization: Which Documents Need to Be Translated?
All foreign documents in a French naturalization file must be accompanied by a certified translation. A complete list of the documents typically required.
April 17, 2026
Exchanging a Foreign Driver's License in France: Certified Translation Required
To exchange a non-EU driver's license for a French one, a certified translation is required. Conditions, required documents and timelines explained.
April 17, 2026
Apostille and Certified Translation: Two Distinct Procedures
Apostilles and certified translations are often confused. A clear explanation of what each one does — and when both are needed simultaneously.
April 16, 2026
What Is a Certified Translation? Definition and When It Is Required
What makes a certified translation different from a regular one? Who can provide it in France? When is it legally required? All you need to know.
