How Much Does a Sworn Translation Cost in Turkey?
By Burak Ünal, Founder & Sworn Translator (English, French) · Updated 2026-08-20
There is no single fixed price - cost depends on the document, language pair and certification level. Here is what drives it and how to get an exact quote.
Key takeaways
- Priced per page or per word by document type and length.
- Common language pairs cost less than rare or technical ones.
- Certification level (translation only, notarized, or apostilled) and urgency also affect the price.
- Notary and apostille are public-office steps and are charged separately from the translation.
- Telling us the exact purpose avoids paying for certification you do not need.
There is no single fixed price for a sworn translation, because every document is different. What we can do is be transparent about what drives the cost, so the quote you receive is not a surprise.
What affects the price
- Document type and length. Pricing is usually per page or per word, depending on the document.
- Language pair. Common pairs cost less than rare or highly technical ones, which is a question of how many sworn translators work in that combination.
- Certification level. Translation only, notarized, or notarized plus apostille. Each step you add is a real step someone performs.
- Turnaround. Standard delivery, or urgent/same-day where possible.
Why certification is quoted separately
Notarization and apostille are carried out by public offices, not by us, and they are charged separately from the translation itself. We quote the steps together where notarization is needed so you see one total, but they remain distinguishable, and that is why the same document can cost noticeably more for one person than another: they needed a different level of certification.
Keeping the cost down
A few things genuinely help, and none of them involve cutting corners:
- Send clean, complete scans. Poor images take longer to work from and invite errors that cost more to correct later.
- Send the set together. Related documents handled in one batch keep terminology and name spellings consistent.
- Allow standard turnaround where your deadline permits.
- Tell us the exact purpose. This is the big one: it stops you paying for certification you do not need. Website and marketing copy, for instance, needs no notarization at all.
How to get an exact quote
Send a clear scan of your document with the target language and how it will be used. We reply with a fixed quote and timeline - no surprises. Browse our translation services, start with sworn translation, or check which type of certification you actually need before you commit to one.
Frequently asked questions
Why can't you list a fixed price?
Because documents differ in length, language and certification needs. We give a fixed quote once we see the document.
Is notarization included in the price?
We quote translation and notarization together where notarization is needed, so you see the full cost upfront.
How do I get a quote?
Send a clear scan with the target language and purpose; we reply with a fixed quote and timeline.
Why did someone else pay less for the same document?
Usually a different certification level. Translation only, notarized, and notarized plus apostille are three different amounts of work.
Does a website or marketing translation cost the same?
It is priced differently, because it needs no notarization or apostille. It is quoted on volume and content type instead.
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