Applying for Croatian citizenship involves collecting many required documents. These include birth certificates and marriage certificates, as well as criminal record extracts and diplomas. But one of the most significant hidden costs many applicants face is the translation of documents into Croatian.
If you are based in the U.S., you have already noticed: translation services there can be costly. The good news? You don’t need to overpay. You can work directly with a court-certified translator in Croatia and save hundreds of dollars per application.
Why Are U.S. Translation Services So Expensive?
In the United States, certified translation agencies often charge:
- $80–$100 per page for birth or marriage certificates
- Even more for specialized documents like criminal records or diplomas
When you add up the number of documents needed for your citizenship application, the total can easily reach over $1,000.
How Much Can You Save by Translating in Croatia?
Court-certified translators (sudski tumači) in Croatia offer the exact same legally valid translations at a fraction of the cost. For example:
- A single-page birth certificate translation cost is much more affordable
- Full sets of documents for citizenship applications often cost up to 3x less than in the U.S.
You can keep your budget for flights to Croatia. This also applies to other application expenses. This way, you avoid overpaying for paperwork.
Are Translations from Croatia Accepted?
Yes. The Ministry of the Interior (MUP) requires translations done by a certified Croatian court interpreter. Croatian courts and Croatian consulates also need translations done by a certified Croatian court interpreter.
This means that translations done in Croatia are the official standard. They will be accepted in your application. This is true even if you are submitting documents abroad at a Croatian consulate.
How Does the Process Work?
The process is fast, simple, and completely online:
- Scan your U.S. documents (birth certificate, marriage certificate, criminal record, diploma, etc.).
- Email them to a certified Croatian translator.
- Get your certified translations the same day in PDF format.
- If needed, ask hard copies shipped worldwide.
Why Choose a Translator in Croatia?
✅ Legally valid for Croatian authorities
✅ Same-day delivery via email
✅ Worldwide shipping of hard copies
✅ Up to 3x cheaper than U.S. agencies
Final Tip
Before you overpay in the U.S., check certified translation services in Croatia. You’ll get official, recognized translations at a fraction of the price — and save significant money during your citizenship journey.
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