Certified Translation Services

When a PIO translation is required: Cypriot government requirements regarding certification

In most cases, a sworn translation (PIO) is required when submitting documents to Cypriot government bodies. This is an official translation accepted without further certification. Such translations are required by the Migration Department, the Cyprus Road Department, the Ministry of the Interior, and other government agencies. At CY Translation, our team of PIO translators guarantees that your documents will comply with all requirements and will not be rejected by Cypriot government bodies.

О присяжном переводе

Когда вы подаёте документы в государственные органы Кипра, в большинстве случаев требуется именно присяжный перевод (PIO) — это официальный перевод, который признаётся без дополнительных заверений.

В Бюро переводов CY Translation присяжные переводы выполняются штатными присяжными переводчиками, которые имеют советующие лицензии, что гарантирует соответствие всем требованиям и исключает риск отказа при подаче документов в государственные органы Кипра.

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Важно знать перед заказом перевода

Во многих требованиях государственных органов Кипра можно встретить формулировку о необходимости перевода на греческий или английский язык

*Важно учитывать, что присяжный перевод (PIO) по закону ВСЕГДА выполняется через греческий язык.

Это означает, что прямой присяжный перевод с иностранного языка на английский невозможен. Поэтому при заказе присяжного перевода на английский фактически оплачиваются два перевода: сначала перевод с иностранного языка на греческий, затем — с греческого на английский.

В большинстве случаев это избыточно и просто ведет к дополнительным расходам. Для подачи документов в государственные органы Кипра достаточно перевода на греческий язык.

Где требуется присяжный перевод

Cyprus Migration Department

When applying for a residence permit (Yellow/Pink/Blue Slip, etc.), all documents must be translated into Greek or English*. Translations carried out by sworn translators registered with the Cyprus Register of Sworn Translators (PIO) are generally accepted.
* Many requirements issued by Cypriot government bodies specify that documents must be translated into Greek or English. However, please note that, by law, a sworn translation (PIO) must be carried out from or into Greek, as it is certified by a translator registered with the Cypriot authorities. In practice, therefore, if a PIO translation is required, it always refers to a translation into Greek. Ordering a translation into English in such cases is unnecessary and may result in extra costs, since the document would still need to be translated into Greek for official use in Cyprus.

GESY

Cyprus General Healthcare System

When submitting documents to the GESY system for registration, confirmation of insurance status or completion of medical records, foreign documents must be accompanied by an official translation into Greek or English. In practice, translations by our team of sworn translators (PIO) are accepted, ensuring the accuracy and official recognition of the translation within the GESY system and avoiding delays or document rejections.

Cyprus Road Department

To replace a foreign driving licence, you must provide an officially certified translation. At CY Translation, our PIO translators guarantee the accuracy of the translation and its official recognition, helping you avoid unnecessary delays.

University of Cyprus

Academic documents (school reports, diplomas, certificates) usually need to be translated into Greek or English. Although our company-certified translations are generally accepted by universities, we recommend checking the requirements directly with the educational institution to avoid any misunderstanding.

When registering a marriage, Cypriot municipalities

require foreign documents (birth certificates, certificates of no impediment to marriage, divorce certificates, etc.) to be accompanied by an officially certified translation. Our sworn translators (PIO) provide these translations, ensuring they are legally valid and accepted by the municipalities.

Social Insurance

Official documents issued by foreign authorities relating to pensions, benefits and unemployment payments must be accompanied by a certified PIO translation. Our sworn translators prepare this translation, ensuring it bears all the necessary signatures and stamps to guarantee its legal validity.

Courts and Judicial Authorities

require all foreign documents to be translated and certified by sworn translators for legal proceedings (both civil and criminal). The law expressly requires courts to use the services of a certified sworn translator (PIO), and we have several such translators on our staff. In some cases, a translation accompanied by an affidavit attesting to its accuracy is permitted.

Company Registrar

Department of Registrar of Companies and Official Receiver

Court-certified translations (affidavits) are most commonly accepted when registering companies, making amendments or submitting reports. This applies to constituent documents, articles of association, financial statements, certificates detailing changes to the composition of shareholders or directors, contracts, and other commercial documents.

Department of Lands and Surveys

For property transactions (purchases, gifts or wills), foreign documents (such as powers of attorney and title deeds) usually require an official translation certified by a sworn translator. In some cases, a sworn statement (affidavit) is also accepted.

KYSATS

The competent authority in the Republic of Cyprus responsible for recognising higher education qualifications and officially recognising foreign academic documents (such as diplomas, degrees and certificates) accepts translations certified by sworn translators registered in the Republic of Cyprus.

Banks, insurance companies, employers

Depending on the organisation’s internal policy, they often accept company-certified or affidavit translations.

Почему выбирают CY Translation

В CY Translation мы выполняем все виды официальных переводов, включая присяжный перевод (PIO), а также оформляем переводы для использования в судах, муниципалитетах, департаментах и других инстанциях.

Сотрудничая с нами, вы получаете переводы, полностью соответствующие требованиям государственных органов Кипра, экономите время и можете быть уверены, что ваши документы будут приняты без бюрократических задержек.

FAQ

Sworn translation in Cyprus

What is a sworn translation, and when do I need it?

A sworn translation is an official translation performed by a sworn translator registered in the Republic of Cyprus. Such a translation is usually required when submitting documents to government bodies, courts, municipalities and other official institutions in Cyprus.

Do I need a sworn translation when submitting documents to an embassy?

Yes. A sworn translation is often required when submitting documents to many embassies and consulates*, including those of Russia, Italy, Spain, Greece, Romania and others. Specific requirements may vary by country and by document type.

*Please note that some embassies do not require a sworn translation or may accept another form of certification.

Do I need a sworn translation when applying for Cypriot citizenship?

Yes. When applying for Cypriot citizenship, foreign documents must generally be accompanied by an official translation. This requirement may apply to birth and marriage certificates, certificates of no criminal record, and other supporting documents.

Do I need a sworn translation for immigration purposes?

Yes. A sworn translation is often required when submitting documents for a residence permit, long-term residency, family reunification, and other immigration procedures in Cyprus.

Do I need a sworn translation to register with GESY?

Yes. The authorities require sworn translations of foreign documents, such as birth and marriage certificates, for registration with the General Healthcare System (GESY). All documents must be translated and certified before being sent by post.

How long does a sworn translation take?

The standard turnaround time is 2–3 working days. Depending on the word count, language combination and our current workload, an urgent translation may also be available the same day.

Which documents most commonly require a sworn translation?

Sworn translations are most frequently required for:

  • birth certificates;
  • marriage certificates;
  • diplomas and school leaving certificates;
  • certificates of good conduct;
  • court documents;
  • other official documents.
Do Cypriot government bodies accept sworn translations?

Yes. Sworn translations are generally accepted by various Cypriot government authorities and institutions when an official translation of a document is required. However, specific requirements may vary by department.

How much does a sworn translation cost in Cyprus?

Sworn translations start at €23 per document. The final price depends on the language pair, document type, certification requirements, and order urgency.

What is the difference between a sworn translation and a translation certified by an affidavit?

A sworn translation is carried out by a translator registered with the Register of Sworn Translators of the Republic of Cyprus. A translation certified by affidavit is a translation accompanied by a written statement from the translator, made under oath, confirming its accuracy. Depending on the specific institution's requirements, one of these options may be required.

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/О нас

CY TRANSLATION – профессиональное бюро переводов на Кипре. Мы оказываем услуги перевода в Никосии, Ларнаке, Пафосе, Лимассоле и по всему Кипру. Осуществляем официальный перевод документов с заверением PIO (Министерство внутренних дел Кипра), нотариальный перевод документов или заверение переводов в Суде.

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