Chinese Death Certificate Translation
Professional translation of Chinese death certificates (死亡证明) for UK probate applications, inheritance claims, and estate administration. We translate documents from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau in both Simplified and Traditional Chinese.
Why Choose Us for Chinese Death Certificate Translation?
Understanding the specific requirements for this document type and language combination.
Probate Ready
Certified translations accepted by UK probate courts for grant of probate applications.
Simplified & Traditional
Both Chinese scripts covered for Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau documents.
Sensitive Handling
Documents handled with appropriate care and confidentiality.
Country & Cultural Context
Chinese death certificates (死亡证明) are issued differently depending on the region. In Mainland China, hospitals issue a Medical Certificate of Death (居民死亡医学证明书) for natural deaths. Hong Kong issues bilingual death certificates through the Births and Deaths Registry. Taiwan issues certificates through hospitals and household registration offices.
Document Format
Chinese death certificates contain: the deceased's full name in Chinese characters, identity card number, date and place of death, cause of death, age, address, and official stamps from the issuing hospital or authority.
Translation Requirements
What you need to know about translating this document type from Chinese.
Full Translation
All Chinese text including stamps, seals, and official markings.
Name Romanisation
Names in pinyin matching passport spellings where possible.
Notary Elements
Chinese notarial certificates translated if included.
Regional Formats
Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan formats understood.
Common Uses
Why people need this specific translation service.
How It Works
Simple process from upload to certified translation
Upload
Upload your chinese document via our secure quote form
Instant Quote
Receive an immediate price based on document type
Expert Translation
Native Chinese translator completes your document
Certified Delivery
Receive certified translation digitally and by post
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chinese Death Certificate translation
Chinese death certificate translation costs £35 per certificate, including full certification.
Yes, our certified translations are accepted by UK probate courts, solicitors, banks, and all relevant authorities.
Yes, we translate Simplified Chinese (Mainland China) and Traditional Chinese (Hong Kong, Taiwan, Macau) death certificates.
UK authorities often require a notarised and legalised certificate from China. We translate the notarial certificate (公证书) as part of the complete document package.
Standard turnaround is 24-48 hours. We understand the urgency of bereavement situations and can prioritise where needed.
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