Australia is one of the top destinations for Indian professionals and students seeking Permanent Residence. The Department of Home Affairs requires that all non-English documents submitted with your visa application be accompanied by a certified English translation. Here's how to get it done correctly.
Australia's Translation Requirements
The Australian Department of Home Affairs requires translations to be completed by a professional translator. While NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters) accreditation is preferred for documents submitted within Australia, translations prepared by qualified translators outside Australia are also accepted for offshore visa applications — which applies to most Indian applicants.
Documents Required for Australian PR Translation
For skilled migration visas (subclass 189, 190, 491) and other PR pathways, you may need certified translations of:
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- Academic qualifications (degree, transcripts)
- Employment reference letters
- Police clearance certificates
- Passport pages (if in a regional language)
- Skills assessment documents
Step-by-Step: Getting Your Documents Translated
- Identify all documents requiring translation — review your visa checklist from the Department of Home Affairs or your migration agent.
- Gather originals or certified copies — ensure your documents are legible, complete, and officially issued.
- Place your order — visit our Any Indian Language Translation service page. Select your source language (Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Punjabi, Bengali, etc.) and upload your documents.
- Receive your certified translation — we deliver a complete, certified translation with translator credentials and certification statement, ready for submission to the Department of Home Affairs.
- Include with your visa application — attach both the original document and the certified translation to your SkillSelect or ImmiAccount submission.
Do You Also Need an Apostille for Australia?
Australia is a member of the Hague Convention, so some documents may require an MEA Apostille before submission. Check with your migration agent or refer to our MEA Apostille guide.
Turnaround Time
Standard: 2–3 business days. Express: 24 hours for urgent applications.
Start Your Australia PR Journey
Accurate translations are a small but critical step toward your Australian PR. Order your certified document translation today and keep your application moving forward.