カナダ移民局 (IRCC) 提出用
Japanese translation for IRCC, with sworn affidavit
IRCC does not require a Canadian certified translator — a translation by a fluent translator is accepted when accompanied by an affidavit sworn before a notary public, which we arrange in Japan.
$24.95 per pagePlus the notarized affidavit, quoted per order
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Why an affidavit is required
Because Japan has no translation organization recognized by IRCC as equivalent to a "Canadian certified translator", translations completed in Japan follow the affidavit route. This is the standard procedure described in Guide CIT 0001, not a workaround. IRCC also prohibits applicants and their family members from translating documents themselves. An independent translation accompanied by a sworn affidavit is therefore the standard format for Japanese official documents.
What IRCC actually requires
“Translations may be done by: a person who is fluent in both languages …, or a Canadian certified translator. If the translation isn’t done by a Canadian certified translator, the person who completed the translation must provide an affidavit swearing to their language proficiency and the accuracy of the translation. The affidavit must be sworn in the presence of: … Outside of Canada: a notary public”
Source: IRCC Guide CIT 0001. Last reviewed: 2026-07.
- The affidavit is sworn at a Japanese notary office (a notary public in the translator’s country of residence, per IRCC’s Help Centre).
- Notarized orders are quoted individually and take 1–2 weeks including the notary appointment and international mail — the 48-hour standard delivery does not apply.
- Translations by the applicant or their family members are not accepted by IRCC.
How our certificate meets each requirement
| Required | Our certified translation |
|---|---|
| Translation by a person fluent in both languages (or a Canadian certified translator) | The affidavit confirms the translator’s proficiency in Japanese and English, supported by documented translation experience since 2021. |
| An affidavit swearing to language proficiency and the accuracy of the translation | We prepare the affidavit referencing both the original document and the translation, in accordance with Express Entry instructions. |
| Sworn before a notary public (for translations done outside Canada) | The affidavit is sworn at a Japanese notary office (koshonin yakuba), which serves as the notary public in the translator’s country of residence as specified in IRCC’s Help Centre guidance. |
| Not translated by the applicant or their family members | We are an independent third-party translation service with no relation to the applicant. |
Not sure whether you need a certified, notarized, or sworn translation? See what each term means for Japanese documents.
Common questions
Do I need a Canadian certified translator for IRCC?
No. Guide CIT 0001 explicitly allows a translation by a person fluent in both languages when it is supported by a sworn affidavit. A Canadian certified translator is one option, not a requirement.
Where does the affidavit get sworn if the translator is in Japan?
Before a notary public in the country where the translator lives — IRCC’s Help Centre states the oath is taken in front of a commissioner authorized in that country. In Japan that is a notary office (koshonin yakuba).
How long does an IRCC order take?
Longer than our standard 48 hours: the notary appointment and international shipping add time, so plan on 1–2 weeks. We confirm the schedule and the fixed total before you pay.
Can my spouse or I translate the documents ourselves?
No. IRCC does not accept translations done by the applicant or their family members — this is why a third-party translation with an affidavit is the standard route.
More in the general FAQ, including certification requirements by country.
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