If any documents are not in English, the RMV will need them to come with an English translation certified by one of the following:
- A Language Service Provider
- A bilingual teacher from an accredited Massachusetts college, university, or private language school
- A bilingual notary public
- The local consulate for the document’s country of origin (Note: Not all consulates provide translation services, so ensure with the consulate beforehand)
- The American Translators Association
- Community-based organization
- U.S. Government agency (state or federal)
- Massachusetts municipal agency
- Non-profit organization
Both the translation and certification should be on the certifying entity's letterhead. A sample translation certification is available in the Additional resources section.
Certifications should include:
- Translator’s name (printed)
- Date
- Translator’s full address
- Translator’s telephone number or email address
- Translator’s signature
- A statement of the translator's qualifications
- A statement affirming the completeness and accuracy of the document
- Identification of the translated document and language
Certling's certified translations meet all these requirements and exceed them.