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Head office (postal address)Mooskamp 50
32547 Bad Oeynhausen
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“You do not need to know in advance which certification or format is required. Send us the document and we will work out the right approach together.”

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What needs to be translated?

For names written in a non-Latin script, please provide the spelling shown in the passport or ID card, if available.

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Bad Oeynhausen & beyond

Personal contact – and we also travel to appointments.

ABBA-Sprachendienste is based in Bad Oeynhausen. Documents can be reviewed digitally throughout Germany; interpreting and on-site appointments are arranged according to language, location and availability.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is a certified translation?

    A certified translation bears the certification statement, stamp and signature of a translator who is authorised to certify translations. Whether one is needed and accepted in a particular case is decided by the authority, court, notary or other office that receives or requests it.

  • Which languages can I enquire about?

    Tell us the source language, target language and intended use. We will then check whether the requested language combination can be covered by us personally or through our specialist network.

  • How can I get a quote for my document?

    Send us the key details of the document, language combination and intended use. Once we have seen the actual documents, you will receive a personal reply with an assessment of the price and turnaround time.

  • Why are there no fixed prices on the website?

    The price and turnaround time depend on the language, length, document type, certification and intended use. That is why we look at your enquiry first and then send you a specific quote.

  • Do I need an apostille for my translation?

    An apostille confirms the authenticity of a public document for use abroad. Whether it is needed before or after translation depends on the destination country and the office you are submitting the document to. It is best to check with that office in advance – we can then help you work out the right approach for your document and translation.

  • Can I have a power of attorney translated and certified?

    Yes, powers of attorney are a common type of enquiry. Important details include the intended use, destination country or receiving authority, language combination, and whether a signature, notarisation or apostille is required.

  • Is a photo of my document enough to make an enquiry?

    For an initial check, a sharp photo or PDF showing the whole document is usually enough. We will then let you know whether we also need the original to complete or certify the translation.

  • Do you also interpret for appointments with authorities, courts, notaries or doctors?

    You can request appointments like these. Please tell us the location, date, time, duration, language combination and occasion. We will then check availability and requirements and tell you how the work will be charged.

  • Can I still enquire if my language is not listed?

    Yes. The website lists the languages for which services are documented and expressly welcomes enquiries about other language combinations. The document, source and target languages, subject area and intended use are the deciding factors.

  • Does my foreign driving licence need to be translated before I can exchange it?

    The relevant driving-licence authority decides this on a case-by-case basis. A translation is often required if the licence was not issued in German or English. Send us photos of the front and back and tell us the issuing country, and we will review what is needed.

  • Which documents do I need translated for naturalisation?

    For naturalisation procedures, foreign civil-status documents are usually required in the original together with a certified German translation, sometimes with an apostille or legalisation. The relevant naturalisation authority determines which documents are required in each case.

  • Is an interpreter required for a marriage ceremony if someone does not speak German?

    Yes. Under the German Civil Status Regulation, an interpreter must be used if a participant does not understand German sufficiently and the registry office cannot provide the relevant foreign language itself. We will coordinate the appointment and language combination with you in advance.

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