Sworn translation of documents into Polish in Grodno

Sworn translations for Poland are done by a tłumacz przysięgły — a sworn translator on the list kept by the Polish Minister of Justice. Translators gain this right after passing a state exam and taking an oath. For our clients, the work is done by official sworn translators in Poland.

No notary is involved. The sworn translator certifies the translation with their own seal and signature — the format Polish institutions work with. In our experience, Belarusian notarised translations are often rejected in Poland, so Polish authorities, universities and employers usually need a sworn translation. If in doubt, check the requirements with the place where you are submitting the document.

Grodno is close to the border, and documents for Poland are among the most common requests at our Grodno office. The general rules are explained on the Sworn translation page.

Often not, but the institution accepting the document decides. Poland and Belarus have a legal assistance treaty dating from 1994. Article 11 provides that documents issued or certified by a competent authority, bearing a seal and signature, are valid without legalisation. This also applies to copies and translations.

There is no official guidance on how individual Polish institutions apply this rule. So ask the recipient whether they need an apostille. If they do, we can have one placed on your Belarusian document. We will need the original and a notarised power of attorney for our staff member. A Belarusian apostille takes 7 working days. More on the translation and apostille page.