Turkish Birth Certificate Translation
Uğur Arı — sworn translator, Istanbul · Updated October 27, 2026
A Turkish birth certificate is translated into English with a signed translator's declaration of accuracy — the format described in the USCIS translation rule (8 CFR 103.2(b)(3)), also used for U.S. courts and universities. Standard documents: certified PDF, within 24 hours. From 850 ₺ (≈ $17.99).
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Types of Turkish birth documents
Doğum belgesi — a single-page document issued by Turkish hospitals at birth, or by the civil registry (Nüfus Müdürlüğü). Lists name, date of birth, place of birth, parents' names, and TC identity number.
Nüfus kayıt örneği — a civil registry extract (family record) showing all registered life events: birth, marriage, military service, death. Contains TC kimlik no, cilt no (volume), aile sıra no (family sequence number), and a complete record of parents, siblings, and spouse. USCIS frequently requests this for family-based petitions.
e-Devlet (e-Government) birth document — a barcode-stamped electronic extract obtainable online at e-devlet.gov.tr. Legally equivalent to the physical registry document; the barcode/QR image itself is not translated; the Turkish verification statements are translated, and codes and numbers are kept exactly as they are.
Fields we translate
Every field is translated — including administrative fields that are often missed: mahalle (neighbourhood), köy (village), cilt (registry volume), aile sıra (family sequence), baba adı / ana adı (father's/mother's name), TC kimlik no (national ID number), medeni hali (marital status), and all date/place fields. Abbreviations and registry codes are resolved and spelled out.
Common uses
- USCIS — I-130, I-485, N-400; Department of State — DS-260
- Green card and citizenship applications
- Spousal and family visa petitions
- U.S. Social Security Administration
- University enrollment / dual citizenship documentation
USCIS and consular filings requiring a birth certificate
A certified English translation of your Turkish birth certificate is required with most USCIS filings that establish identity or family relationships:
- I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) — birth certificate of petitioner and beneficiary
- I-485 (Adjustment of Status) — birth certificate establishing identity
- N-400 (Application for Naturalization) — birth certificate if citizenship was acquired through a parent
- DS-260 (Department of State immigrant visa application, not a USCIS form) — birth certificate for consular processing
- CR-1 / IR-1 (Department of State spousal immigrant visa categories, consular processing) — birth certificates of both spouses
For family petitions, USCIS may request the nüfus kayıt örneği in addition to the doğum belgesi, as it documents family relationships in a single extract.
How to get your Turkish birth certificate
If you are in Turkey: the fastest route is e-devlet.gov.tr — barcode-verified documents are available immediately online. You can also request a physical copy from your local Nüfus Müdürlüğü (civil registry office).
If you are outside Turkey: contact the nearest Turkish Consulate — they can issue a civil registry extract with a consular stamp. Alternatively, a trusted representative in Turkey can obtain the document using a notarized power of attorney (vekaletname).
Once you have the document, a clear scan or photo is enough — email or WhatsApp it to receive a quote and certified PDF translation, within 24 hours.
Versions you may have
A Turkish birth record may be a doğum belgesi, a nüfus kayıt örneği (often the vukuatlı version from e-Devlet) or the multilingual Formül A. Whether a multilingual extract still needs translation is decided by the receiving authority — see Formül A/B/C. If you use an e-Devlet PDF, the barcode/QR image itself is not translated; the Turkish verification statements are translated, and codes and numbers are kept exactly as they are.
Price per document
Single-page birth record or nüfus kayıt örneği, including a dense vukuatlı extract: 850 ₺ (≈ $17.99). Single-page marriage certificate: 850 ₺ (≈ $17.99). One of each: 1,700 ₺. Prices are per document, not per 250 words; where two pages have been artificially combined into one, I quote them individually.
Prices are set in Turkish lira and dollar figures are approximate; your written quote states the amount to pay. Card payments are made through a secure payment link in US dollars (USD); card charges, if any, are stated in your quote. Court decisions and long documents are priced after review.
Who translates your documents
Your Turkish documents are translated by Uğur Arı, a sworn English–Turkish translator (yeminli mütercim) whose oath is recorded at the Kartal 12th (Istanbul) and Gebze 19th Notary Offices. The signed translator’s declaration on your translation carries the same name.
You write to me directly — on WhatsApp or by email, in English or Turkish — from your first question to any correction. There is no call center or intermediary account manager. Who is Uğur Arı
If there is an error in the translation
Spelling, name or number errors caused by my translation are corrected free of charge, and I send the corrected certified PDF again. This also applies when USCIS points out such an error, for example in a Request for Evidence (RFE): send me the notice together with the translation. Before delivery I check the spelling of names and confirm it with you where needed.
Errors in the source document itself, content changed afterwards, or new requests are quoted separately. Acceptance cannot be guaranteed: USCIS decides on the application, and I am responsible for a complete and accurate translation of your document. Terms of service
What is a Turkish birth certificate called?
The main types are doğum belgesi (birth document) and nüfus kayıt örneği (civil registry extract). The nüfus kayıt örneği is more comprehensive and is often used for family petitions.
Does a Turkish birth certificate need to be notarized for USCIS?
No. USCIS requires only a certified English translation with the translator's signed declaration. Notarization of the translation is not required.
How long does translation take?
A Turkish birth certificate is a standard document, and I complete its translation within 24 hours. Rushed delivery within a few hours is possible — ask when you email.
Can I use an e-Devlet birth certificate for USCIS?
Yes — a barcode-stamped e-Devlet certificate from e-devlet.gov.tr is legally equivalent to a physical registry document; USCIS decides whether submitted evidence is acceptable. The document is translated in full; the barcode/QR image itself is not translated, while the Turkish verification statements are translated and codes and numbers are kept exactly as they are.
What is a nüfus kayıt örneği and does USCIS accept it?
A nüfus kayıt örneği is a civil registry extract listing all life events for a family — births, marriages, military service, and deaths. It is commonly submitted with family-based petitions (I-130, I-485) because it documents family relationships more completely than a single birth certificate.
Do I need an apostille on my Turkish birth certificate for USCIS?
Not under the USCIS rules I checked: 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3)–(5) and the USCIS Policy Manual do not list an apostille on the original or on the translation. Submit the document as your form instructions say (original or photocopy) with the certified English translation; USCIS may ask to see the original.
Requirements vary by institution and petition type. This is general information — confirm with your immigration attorney. USCIS practices may change.
- 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3) translations; (b)(4)–(5) supporting and original documents (eCFR) →
- USCIS Policy Manual, Vol. 1, Part E, Ch. 6 — Evidence (E. Translations) →
Checked 10 October 2026. The rule asks for a full English translation, certified by the translator as complete and accurate, and the translator’s certification of competence; the Policy Manual adds that a summary translation is not acceptable. USCIS decides whether evidence is accepted. DS-260 consular processing follows U.S. Department of State rules, which are not covered here.