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Sworn translators registered with the Italian Court

Sworn Translation of the Single Status Certificate — English to Italian

Sworn, certified and legalised translation of your single status certificate (certificato di stato libero) from English into Italian, with full legal validity in Italy. Free shipping across Italy.

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Single status certificate translation: everything you need to know

Do you need a sworn translation of your single status certificate from English into Italian? Our firm — Traduttori & Avvocati Associati, based in Rome — handles the entire process: from the professional translation of your certificate, to the sworn oath (asseverazione) before a Court clerk at the Tribunal of Rome, to legalisation or the Apostille when required.

Unlike traditional translation agencies, our firm brings together sworn translators registered with the Italian Courts and lawyers specialising in international law. Every translation of a single status certificate is reviewed for both linguistic accuracy and legal compliance, ensuring it meets the specific requirements of the Italian authority you are dealing with.

We translate single status certificates, certificates of no impediment and nulla osta documents from English into Italian — and from Italian into English. The service is fully online: you send a scan of your document and receive the sworn translation delivered to your door.

The single status certificate is one of the most commonly requested documents for sworn translation into Italian — needed for getting married in Italy, family reunification, consular procedures and residence applications. Whatever your situation, we take care of everything.

When do you need a sworn translation of your single status certificate?

A sworn translation of your single status certificate into Italian is required whenever the document must have official legal validity before Italian authorities. Here are the most common situations:

Getting married in ItalyIf you are a foreign citizen marrying in Italy, the Italian municipality (Comune) requires your single status certificate translated into Italian with a sworn translation, as part of the documentation under Art. 116 of the Italian Civil Code.
Nulla osta / Certificate of No ImpedimentYour Embassy or Consulate in Italy may issue a Certificate of No Impediment (nulla osta). If issued in English, it must be sworn-translated into Italian for submission to the Comune. In many cases, however, Consulates issue it directly in Italian.
Family reunificationThe Italian Immigration Office (Questura) may require a sworn translation of your single status certificate as part of the family reunification or residence permit application.
Italian citizenship applicationIf you are applying for Italian citizenship by marriage (cittadinanza per matrimonio), a sworn Italian translation of your single status certificate may be part of the required documentation.
Registering your civil status in ItalyWhen transferring your residence to Italy, the municipality may request a sworn translation of your single status certificate to update the civil registry records.
Consular and administrative proceduresItalian consulates, embassies and public authorities frequently require the sworn translation of foreign civil status documents for various administrative purposes.

Single status certificate, certificate of no impediment, affidavit of single status: what’s the difference?

Several documents can prove that a person is free to marry. The specific Italian authority you are dealing with may require a particular type:

Single Status Certificate An official document issued by a government authority (registry office, vital records office, or equivalent) certifying that a person is not currently married. This is the most common document requested by Italian municipalities.
Certificate of No Impediment (Nulla Osta) Issued by your Embassy or Consulate in Italy, it certifies that there is no legal obstacle to your marriage. Under Art. 116 of the Italian Civil Code, this is required for foreign citizens marrying in Italy. Most Consulates in Italy issue it directly in Italian; translation is only needed if it is issued in English or another language.
Affidavit / Sworn Declaration of Single Status A notarised statement in which the individual declares under oath that they are not married. Some countries issue affidavits rather than certificates. Italian authorities generally accept them, provided they are apostilled and sworn-translated into Italian.

We translate all three formats. If you’re unsure which one you need, send us your document and we’ll advise you.

Apostille and legalisation of the single status certificate

Before your single status certificate can be sworn-translated and used in Italy, it generally needs to be authenticated in your home country. There are two systems depending on which country issued the document:

✓ Hague Convention countries (Apostille) If your certificate was issued in a Hague Convention country (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, India, and most European and Latin American countries), you need an Apostille from the competent authority in the issuing country (e.g. the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in the UK, the Secretary of State in the US). The apostilled document can then be sworn-translated into Italian.
⚠ Non-Hague countries (consular legalisation) If your certificate was issued in a country that has not signed the Hague Convention, it must undergo consular legalisation: the document is authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the issuing country, and then by the Italian Embassy or Consulate in that country. Only after legalisation can it be sworn-translated in Italy.

Important: the Apostille or legalisation must be applied to the original document before the sworn translation is made. We handle the translation and the sworn oath in Italy; the Apostille or legalisation of the original must be obtained in the country where the certificate was issued.

🇪🇺 EU exemption (Regulation EU 2016/1191) If your single status certificate was issued by an EU Member State and needs to be presented in Italy (or vice versa), you may not need an Apostille or a sworn translation at all. Since 2019, EU Regulation 2016/1191 allows you to request a Multilingual Standard Form from the issuing authority, which is accepted directly by the authorities of other Member States without further translation or authentication. The same principle applies to the multilingual Certificate of Marital Capacity under the Munich Convention. We recommend checking with the Italian authority whether they accept the multilingual form — if so, you’ll save time and money. If they specifically require a sworn translation, we’re here to help.

How the sworn translation process works

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Send us your certificate

Email, WhatsApp or upload a clear scan or photograph of your single status certificate through our quote form. You don’t need to send the original — we can work from a legible copy. You’ll receive a free quote within a few hours.

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Professional translation

A native-speaking translator with specific expertise in civil status documentation translates your certificate into Italian, faithfully reproducing the content, format and structure of the original.

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Sworn oath at the Tribunal (asseverazione)

The translator appears before a Court clerk at the Tribunal of Rome and takes a sworn oath declaring the translation to be faithful and accurate. Revenue stamps are applied (included in the price). The translation now has full legal validity in Italy.

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Legalisation of the translation (if required)

If the sworn translation needs to undergo further authentication — for instance, for submission to a foreign consulate in Italy — we handle the legalisation of the Court clerk’s signature at the Public Prosecutor’s Office (Procura della Repubblica).

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Delivery to your door

You receive the sworn translation as a digitally signed PDF (eIDAS-compliant) by email, plus the original hard copy with stamps and signature, shipped free of charge anywhere in Italy. International shipping is available.

How much does a sworn translation of the single status certificate cost?

from €76 single status certificate

The cost of a sworn translation of the single status certificate depends on the language and the type of document. Send us a scan of your document for an exact quote — it’s free and you’ll hear back within a few hours.

* The price includes translation, sworn oath at the Tribunal and revenue stamps (marche da bollo). Free shipping within Italy.

Why choose us for your single status certificate translation

Certified sworn translators

Every translator is registered with the Italian Courts and has specific experience with civil status documents — birth certificates, marriage certificates, single status certificates and more.

Translators + Lawyers

Our associated firm includes international law specialists who verify the legal compliance of every translation — a service that standard translation agencies simply don’t offer.

English specialists

We translate from all variants of English — British, American, Australian, Irish, South African, Indian — into Italian, and vice versa.

100% online

You don’t need to visit the Court or our office. Send your document online and receive your sworn translation delivered to your door, wherever you are.

24-hour delivery

Standard single status certificates are completed within 24 hours. Rush same-day service is available.

End-to-end service

Translation, sworn oath, legalisation — we handle every step, from receiving your document to delivering the final certified translation.

We translate single status certificates in all languages

While this page focuses on English–Italian translations, we offer sworn translations of the single status certificate from and into all major languages:

English French Spanish German Arabic Romanian Russian Portuguese Chinese Polish Bulgarian Turkish Japanese Greek Dutch Hungarian Czech

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Frequently asked questions about single status certificate translation

How much does a sworn translation of a single status certificate cost?
The cost of a sworn translation of the single status certificate starts from €76. The price includes translation, sworn oath at the Tribunal and revenue stamps (marche da bollo). Shipping within Italy is free. Send us a scan of your document for an exact quote.
How long does it take?
For a standard single status certificate (1 page), the sworn translation is ready within 24 hours. Same-day rush service is available with a surcharge.
Do I need to send the original certificate?
No. For the sworn translation, a clear scan or photograph of your certificate is sufficient. However, if you need an Apostille on the original document, the physical original with stamps and signatures will be required — but the Apostille must be obtained in the country that issued the certificate, not in Italy.
Does my certificate need an Apostille before translation?
If your certificate was issued in a Hague Convention country (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Ireland, etc.), yes — you need an Apostille from the competent authority in the issuing country before the sworn translation is made. If your certificate was issued in an EU Member State, you may be exempt under EU Regulation 2016/1191 (see the section on EU exemptions above). For non-Hague countries, consular legalisation is required instead.
What is the difference between a single status certificate and a nulla osta?
A single status certificate is issued by a government authority in your home country and certifies that you are not currently married. A nulla osta (Certificate of No Impediment) is issued by your Embassy or Consulate in Italy and authorises you to marry in Italy under Art. 116 of the Italian Civil Code. Most foreign Consulates in Italy issue the nulla osta directly in Italian, so translation is only needed if it was issued in English or another foreign language.
Can I order the translation online?
Yes. The entire service is 100% online. Send your certificate by email, WhatsApp or through our website form. We handle the translation and the sworn oath at the Tribunal of Rome. You receive the certified document at your door — anywhere in Italy or abroad.
Does a single status certificate expire?
It depends on the issuing country. In many jurisdictions, single status certificates are valid for 3 to 6 months from the date of issue. Italian municipalities typically require the certificate to be recent (usually issued within the last 6 months). We recommend obtaining a fresh certificate before ordering the translation to avoid any issues.
I’m a British citizen getting married in Italy. What documents do I need?
Since Brexit, UK citizens marrying in Italy generally need: a Certificate of No Impediment (CNI) from the UK General Register Office, apostilled by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and then sworn-translated into Italian. Some Italian municipalities may also request additional documents such as a birth certificate. We can guide you through the entire process — just send us a message and we’ll help you identify exactly what’s needed.

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