David Ameisen

David Ameisen, PhD

Expert French ↔ English Translator

Judicial Expert appointed by the Douai Court of Appeal
Professional translator since 2001

Court-appointed expert — Douai Court of Appeal
Translator since 2001 — 25 years of experience
Free quote within 2 hours
Signed PDF by email · paper copy in person or by post
124 rue d'Assas, 75006 Paris +33 7 45 14 43 14 WhatsApp david@ameisen.fr LinkedIn
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Certified Translation of Civil Status Documents — French ↔ English

Why do you need a sworn translator?

In France, a certified translation of civil status documents — birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates — must be produced by a sworn translator (traducteur assermenté) officially recognized by a Court of Appeal. A translation carrying the sworn translator's signature and official seal is the only format accepted as a legal document by French and international authorities.

David Ameisen is a sworn translator appointed by the Douai Court of Appeal, with over 25 years of professional translation experience. His certified translations are accepted by prefectures, consulates, embassies, universities, and public bodies across France and abroad.

This service covers birth and marriage certificates issued by the UK General Register Office (GRO), as well as, more broadly, any civil status certificate written in English, regardless of the issuing country — the United States, Canada, Ireland, Australia, the Philippines, Malta, and many others.

When do you need this translation?

How does it work?

1
Send your document by email or via the quote request form — a legible scan is sufficient in most cases.
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Receive a free, no-obligation quote within 2 hours on average.
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The certified translation is delivered by email as a PDF bearing the translator's signature and seal. A hard-copy original can be provided on request, by post or for collection in Paris 6th.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to translate a birth certificate?
Translations are typically delivered within 24 to 48 business hours. Expedited turnaround is available on request — please mention it in your quote request.
Do I need to send the original document?
No. A clear scan or digital photo is sufficient to produce the translation. The receiving authority may require you to present the original.
Will French authorities accept this translation?
Yes. A translation produced by a sworn translator appointed by a French Court of Appeal is accepted by all French prefectures, embassies, and public bodies.
Does the translation have an expiry date?
The translation itself does not expire. However, some authorities require the source document to be recent (issued within the last 3 months). Check with the receiving body for their specific requirements.
Do you translate UK birth and marriage certificates (GRO)?
Yes. Certificates issued by the UK General Register Office (GRO) are translated and certified to the same standard as French certificates, for both birth and marriage.

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