Sometimes every hour counts: the court sets a deadline, the embassy wants documents by tomorrow, the tender closes on Friday. That is exactly what our express service is for. UniTranslate delivers certified translations within 12–24 hours – on request the same day as a legally valid PDF with a qualified electronic signature (QES). The signed paper version then follows by post, without you having to lift a finger.
When an express translation is worthwhile
An express translation is the right choice when a fixed date makes the difference between success and delay:
- Court and official deadlines: Statements of defence, judgments, rulings or evidence that must be submitted on time
- Visa and embassy appointments: Birth certificates, marriage certificates, criminal record extracts or diplomas requested at short notice
- Tenders and procurement procedures: Company records, articles of association or certificates that must be available by the submission deadline
- Notarial and certification appointments: Contracts, powers of attorney or commercial register extracts that the notary needs in the target language
We also translate urgent specialist texts – such as press releases, contracts, annual reports or technical documentation – on an express basis; for large volumes, on request with several translators working in parallel and a final harmonisation of the terminology. Despite the pace, one thing holds: the translating is done by qualified specialist translators, not by the machine alone. We prepare certified express translations for authorities, courts and universities; the respective receiving authority makes the binding decision on form and recognition. Simply tell us where you are submitting the translation – we will recommend the appropriate form of certification, even under time pressure.
It is as simple as this
- Upload your document: Send us a scan or a clearly legible photo via our online form or by e-mail – and tell us your deadline.
- Binding quote in 30 minutes: During office hours you receive a free quote within 30 minutes with a fixed price, delivery date and express confirmation that your deadline is feasible. So you know where you stand before you order.
- Delivery on the dot: After your go-ahead, we start immediately. You receive the legally valid PDF with QES on time by e-mail, and the certified translation as an original by post.
There for you at weekends too
Deadlines do not follow office hours – neither do we. By arrangement, we also translate and deliver at weekends and on public holidays: if your documents have to be on the desk of the court or the embassy on Monday morning, contacting us on Friday or Saturday is enough. Simply mark your enquiry as “express”: our team will get back to you immediately and confirm what is possible by when.
Why UniTranslate for urgent translations
More than 6000 satisfied customers – from private individuals and SMEs to international companies – rely on us, especially when time is short. Our well-rehearsed core team of specialist translators and sworn translators covers more than 100 languages and knows how to combine quality and speed: clear processes, direct communication and a binding delivery date instead of vague promises.
Your deadline is running? Then lose no time: upload your document now and request an express quote – you will receive it within 30 minutes, including feasibility confirmation for your deadline.
FAQ
How quickly will I receive my express translation?＋
As a rule, we deliver certified express translations within 12–24 hours. For short standard certificates, same-day delivery is possible on request: you receive a legally valid PDF with a qualified electronic signature (QES), and the paper version follows by post.
Is the electronically signed express translation legally valid?＋
Yes. The PDF is created with a qualified electronic signature. Whether it suffices for digital submission is decided, bindingly, by the respective receiving authority. On request, we always additionally send you the signed original by post.
Does an express translation cost more than a normal translation?＋
A surcharge may apply for express delivery, depending on the length and deadline. You see the binding final price in advance in your quote – which you receive within 30 minutes, including confirmation that we can meet your deadline. There are no hidden costs.
Does UniTranslate also deliver at weekends?＋
Yes, by arrangement we also translate and deliver at weekends and on public holidays. Mark your enquiry as 'express' or mention your deadline in the form – we will confirm immediately whether the date is feasible.
