Quick Answer
Yes, we serve Sri Lankans living in New Zealand. Submit your Sinhala or Tamil documents online — no return trip to Sri Lanka required. You receive the certified sworn translation by email within 24–48 hours. If you need the physical stamped hard copy sent to your New Zealand address, we arrange international courier via DHL or FedEx upon request.
Sworn Translation for Sri Lankans in New Zealand
New Zealand's Skilled Migrant Category and Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) have drawn Sri Lankan professionals in healthcare, engineering, and IT in growing numbers. Immigration New Zealand (INZ) requires certified translations of all non-English documents submitted with visa, residence, and citizenship applications — including birth certificates, police clearance certificates, and academic transcripts.
Police clearance certificates are a mandatory component of every New Zealand residence application — and Sri Lanka Police Clearance Certificates must be accompanied by a certified English translation when submitted to INZ. Sri Lankan nurses registering with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and engineers seeking IPENZ assessment also need certified translations of their academic qualifications. With our fully online service, Sri Lankans in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and beyond can upload their documents and receive the certified PDF within 24–48 hours without returning to Sri Lanka.
How It Works — From New Zealand
Upload Your Document
Create a free account and upload a clear scan or photo of your Sinhala or Tamil document from anywhere in the world. Include a copy of your NIC or passport so names match exactly across all translations.
- PNG, JPG, or PDF formats accepted
- Upload multiple documents in a single request
- Include your NIC or passport for consistent name spelling
- No office visit required — submit from anywhere, including overseas
Receive a Fixed Price Quote
Our team reviews your document and sends a fixed price quote through your account portal — usually within a few hours of submission.
- Quotes sent within a few hours of submission
- Fixed price — no hidden fees
- International courier surcharge confirmed separately
- Price depends on document type and page count
Pay via Card or Bank Transfer
Pay once you accept the quote. Translation begins immediately upon payment confirmation. Online card payments and bank transfer are both available through your account portal.
- Online card payments or bank transfer available
- Translation starts as soon as payment is confirmed
- Track your request status in real time from your dashboard
- Secure payment through your account portal
Receive Your Certified Translation
The certified PDF is emailed to you within 24–48 hours — accepted by most authorities for digital submission. If you need the physical stamped hard copy, we arrange DHL or FedEx international courier delivery to your address upon request.
- Certified PDF delivered by email within 24–48 hours
- Includes translator's Ministry of Justice stamp and signature
- Physical hard copy via DHL/FedEx arranged per request
- Unlimited revisions if any corrections are needed
Delivery Options — New Zealand
The stamped physical hard copy can be sent to any New Zealand address via DHL or FedEx international courier — arranged per request. Delivery typically takes 5–7 business days. INZ and most NZ professional bodies accept a certified PDF scan for initial submission, so the PDF is usually sufficient to proceed without waiting for the courier copy.
Certified PDF — Email Delivery
- Available within 24–48 hours of payment
- Emailed directly to your account
- Accepted by most authorities for digital submission
- Download anytime from your account dashboard
Physical Hard Copy — International Courier
- Stamped original sent via DHL or FedEx
- Arranged per request — contact us after ordering
- Delivers to: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton & more
- Courier cost and timeline confirmed separately
Start with the PDF. Most visa authorities, embassies, and immigration systems accept a certified PDF scan for initial submission. The physical courier copy is useful when the authority specifically requests an original stamped document.
Documents Commonly Translated for New Zealand
Police Clearance Certificate
Mandatory for all New Zealand residence applications (Skilled Migrant, AEWV-to-residence) submitted to Immigration New Zealand — must include a certified English translation.
Academic Transcripts
Required for NZQA qualification recognition, Nursing Council of New Zealand registration, and IPENZ engineering assessment for Sri Lankan professionals.
Birth Certificate
Needed for NZ residence applications, registering a Sri Lankan child born overseas, and New Zealand citizenship applications.
Common Visa & Immigration Categories — New Zealand
Frequently Asked Questions — New Zealand
Does Immigration New Zealand accept sworn translations from Sri Lankan Ministry of Justice translators?
Is a police clearance certificate translation mandatory for New Zealand residence?
I'm a Sri Lankan nurse applying to the Nursing Council of New Zealand. What translations do I need?
Can I use your service from New Zealand?
Important: Only Ministry of Justice Registered Translators Are Accepted
Embassies, immigration authorities, and professional licensing bodies only accept translations produced by a translator officially registered with the Ministry of Justice, Sri Lanka. Translations from uncertified agencies, freelancers, or online translation tools will be rejected. SwornTranslators.lk works exclusively with Ministry of Justice registered sworn translators.
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Start Your Translation — Wherever You Are in New Zealand
100% online · Ministry of Justice authorised translators · Certified PDF in 24–48 hours · DHL/FedEx delivery to New Zealand arranged on request