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Easy Way For Birth Certificate Translation in India

Easy Way For Birth Certificate Translation in India

The translation of any document is no big concern. But if it is about converting the language of any legal documents, like birth certificate, the professional service is mandatory. It is simply because such translations are very delicate and mandate to be skillfully done.  This write-up is a guide to get the birth certificate translated in India.

Who can translate a birth certificate in India?

A minor error could end up in its rejection at the immigration office or the embassy. Therefore, you should consult with a legally licenced professional who has the authority to translate the birth certificate from Hindi to English or in any other language.

In case of India, the MEA, a short for the Ministry of External Affairs, has authorized a few agencies and the notary to get the attestation and translation jobs done. Likewise, every country has such competent authorities.

So! You should consult with someone who is an ideal translator, possessing these attributes:

  • The one who is qualified enough and has been certified by the government to translate, like the notary public in India.
  • The translator should be acknowledged of legal information and legal commissions.
  • The translator with a legal academic background should be preferred.
  • His understanding of immigration and legal matters and systems of different countries would be a plus.
  • He should have a stronghold over the usage of the legal language.

Can a notary translate a birth certificate?

The Indian legislation authorizes a notary public to effectuate certain legal formalities and activities, like drawing up or, validate contracts/ deed/ certificates and translate legal documents. However, his primary job is to impartially witness while detecting fraud deterrent activities.

Besides, the notary can be an ideal translator whom you can trust with not only for verification, but also the translation of the birth certificate. He follows the attributes while translating the document:

  • To keep the context of the certificate similar to the original document. It means that the meaning should be identical despite being that document in two different languages.
  • To keep the definition of the sentences unchanged, even if it is in different languages.
  • To take care of, even, the minor errors because it can bring severe consequences.

The translation of birth certificate from Hindi to English or Tamil to English by a notary is the confirmation for the courts that the verification is carried out by a genuine person, but not fabricated. It also acts as a proof that the individual has signed it willingly. In short, the notary public is to witness the certificate being attested, notarized, true and voluntarily drafted.

Apart from him, there are some outsourcing agencies that are authorised by the government of India. Those agencies hold legal rights for providing with the attestation, apostille and translation services. Not only do they hire expert professionals, but also, validate their licences and qualification to know about their expertise and experience.

How much does it cost to translate it?

The rate of notary for the translation of the certificate or document shall be displayed in his chamber or office. But, the cost of this service is a subject matter of revision, which can be done at any point of time.

Guidelines for Indian Passport Renunciation & Certificate

Guidelines for Indian Passport Renunciation & Certificate

Renunciation of Indian Passport

What if you have got the citizenship of the USA or any other foreign country?

The Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) cannot retain Indian passport in such condition. They have to surrender it for complying with the Indian Citizenship Act, 1955. The ignorance of this Act is treated as an infringement, as India constitution does not allow ‘Dual Citizenship’.

In the nutshell, the person with an Indian passport can obtain the passport of another country provided that he has surrendered the former passport immediately after getting the nationality of another country.

Therefore, the non-resident of India should be in the know about this provision that necessitates applying for the ‘Surrender’ or ‘Renunciation Certificate’.

Does the passport carrying “cancelled stamp” define renunciation?

It’s noteworthy that your passport may carry only a “cancelled stamp”. It does not define that your citizenship has been surrendered automatically. The stamp must read-“cancelled due to acquiring foreign nationality”. This cancellation text on the stamp determines the surrender.

Any consular service for visa or OCI requires a proof of cancelled Indian passport. In the case of non-availability of that proof, the applicant will have to apply for the renunciation certificate. For it, he ought to follow the defined procedure for the same.

Is it necessary to travel with the ‘Certificate of Renunciation of Indian Citizenship’ in India?

No, the travellers need not come along with this certificate in India. In addition, they should bear the fact in their mind that it is illegal to use the Indian passport after surrendering the Indian citizenship. Such individuals will be considered as defaulters who have to pay penalties against this violation.

What is the renunciation fee for Indian passport?

The fee for renunciation may vary according to the area of jurisdiction and service centers. Therefore, you should inquire about it first.

The fee will depend on the type of services that you select and you as being minor, or major. For example, the renunciation fee for the Indian community welfare fund is $3, whereas the same for CKGS is $17 apart from courier charges.

How long does it take for renunciation of Indian passport?

The procedure to apply for renunciation may be different in various countries. But more or less, the process would be similar segmented under these categories:

  1. Standalone renunciation, wherein you can apply for surrendering the passport only.
  2. Visa + Renunciation, wherein you opt for visa and passport surrendering together.
  3. OCI + Renunciation, wherein you select OCI together with passport renunciation.

Indian passport surrender checklist:

  • Indian passport surrender form
  • Original current passport
  • Notarized affidavit, if the passport is lost
  • Last Indian passport
  • Address proof
  • Current photographs
  • Citizenship certificate etc.

The aforementioned checklist will be supporting at the time when you apply online for surrendering the passport and applying for OCI or another NRI services. This procedure will mandate filling the form duly and uploading the supporting documents.

However, the applicant can directly visit the immigration office or embassy to carry out this application process. Make sure that you have all necessary documents along with. It will help to get through this processing seamlessly. Otherwise, you may have to spend months for getting through this renunciation process.

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