Russian Marriage Certificate Translation
Professional translation of Russian marriage certificates (Свидетельство о браке) for UK spouse visa applications, marriage registration, and legal proceedings. Our native Russian translators understand the specific terminology and formats used by ZAGS civil registry offices across Russia.
Why Choose Us for Russian Marriage Certificate Translation?
Understanding the specific requirements for this document type and language combination.
Spouse Visa Specialists
Extensive experience with Russian marriage documents for UK family and spouse visa applications.
Cyrillic Expertise
Native translators who accurately transliterate names and handle Russian naming conventions.
Legally Certified
Certified translations accepted by UKVI, register offices, and UK courts.
Country & Cultural Context
Russian marriage certificates are issued by ZAGS (ЗАГС) following civil ceremonies. Russia only recognises civil marriages performed at ZAGS offices; religious ceremonies have no legal standing. The certificate is printed on secure paper with a unique serial number and watermark.
Document Format
Russian marriage certificates include: full names of both spouses (including maiden name), dates and places of birth, date and place of marriage, ZAGS office name, registration number, and the official seal.
Translation Requirements
What you need to know about translating this document type from Russian.
Complete Translation
All Cyrillic text including both spouses' details, maiden names, and official stamps.
Name Accuracy
Names transliterated consistently with passports, including patronymics and maiden names.
Registration Details
ZAGS office name, registration number, and date of registration included.
Official Elements
Stamps, seals, watermarks, and serial numbers noted in the translation.
Common Uses
Why people need this specific translation service.
How It Works
Simple process from upload to certified translation
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Expert Translation
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Certified Delivery
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Russian Marriage Certificate translation
Russian marriage certificate translation costs £35 per certificate, including full certification. This covers complete translation of all content regardless of document length.
Yes, our certified translations are fully accepted by UKVI for spouse visa, fiancé visa, family visa, and settlement applications.
No, Russia only legally recognises civil marriages registered at a ZAGS office. The ZAGS-issued certificate is the only valid marriage document.
Russian marriage certificates show both the maiden name and married name. We transliterate both accurately and ensure consistency with passport spellings.
Some UK authorities may request an apostille. Russia is a Hague Convention member, so apostilles can be obtained from the Russian Ministry of Justice.
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