English translation agency

English translation agency Urgent Vertalen provides high-quality, error-free English translations of your documents. Every year, our translation agency translates many documents to and from English for a wide range of companies and organizations.

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2500+ reviews with an average of 9.6

11/11/2024 Barbara , Amstelveen

“Snelle en goede vertaal service met legalisering en apostilles, ook goed telefonisch bereikbaar bij vragen en coöperatief in zorgen voor oplossingen ”

11/11/2024 k, rotterdam

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10/11/2024 Camille, Deventer

“Request for certified documents for administration purpose. Translation was well done and within the expected time. Information were given quite quick”

09/11/2024 F., Den Haag

“Efficiënt, betrouwbaar, inhoudelijk deskundig, kortom en zeer professioneel!”

09/11/2024 Kevin , Ridderkerk

“Ik moest een apostille vertalen en binnen een dag had ik het al terug.”

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The added value of a professional English translation agency

Wherever we are in the world, the English language has become indispensable. It is the language of international business, science, international politics, education and communication of people across borders.

English is spoken by approximately 1.75 billion people worldwide, which accounts for about a quarter of the world’s population. What makes this so interesting, is the fact that for the vast majority of these people, English is not their native language. This means that in much of the world, English is the language used between people with different native languages, or the so-called ‘lingua franca’. And that is precisely why the use of a professional English translation agency offers so much added value today. It ensures that companies can participate in the international market, that knowledge is shared worldwide and that communication between political players on the world stage is made possible.

A professional English translation agency ensures that the message from the source language is conveyed correctly and effectively, whether it concerns business documents, legal contracts, trade agreements, technical manuals, educational materials or creative content.

Tower bridge England. English translation agency
Tower bridge England. English translation agency

Professional English translation agency with the necessary certifications

Confidence in our English translation agency is significantly strengthened by the possession of certifications according to internationally recognized ISO standards. We are proud to announce that we are certified to three ISO standards, demonstrating our commitment to strict industry standards and our dedication to quality assurance. These certifications, issued by renowned international organizations, underline our professionalism and expertise. They provide our clients with the assurance that our translations and the associated quality processes are of the highest accuracy and reliability. This is crucial for the translation of official documents and essential business communications, where there is no room for errors.

The development of the English language

The origins of English lie with Germanic tribes: the Angles and Saxons and the Jutes. Modern English has developed from this and has been subject to many external influences along the way. For example, think of the Vikings who came to England around 800, introducing Danish and Norwegian. And of the great influence the French language had on English for a long time, after the Battle of Hastings in 1066.


During the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, Britain was one of the world’s largest colonial powers, with colonies spread across the globe. Since the locals spoke their own language, it was decided that there should be a universal language. And because communication became increasingly important due to increasing trade, English developed into a world language. Ultimately, American cultural and scientific dominance further accelerated the growth of English as a world language. With the vast majority of the music, television and film industries being in English, the English language has simply become an indispensable part of our lives today. Whether it concerns business relevance, keeping up to date with the latest scientific developments, education, or simply being able to communicate with your fellow human beings.

The translators behind our professional English translation agency

The translators of our professional, certified English translation agency are actually the backbone of our agency. These are translators who not only have a thorough command of English – and are often native speakers – but who are also familiar with the different cultures in which English is spoken, have extensive translation experience and specific expertise, such as legal knowledge, knowledge of the medical world, technology, education, etc.

In their work, these translators are not only concerned with conveying the message correctly and effectively in the target language, but also pay attention to cultural nuances and ensure that the translation process is carried out efficiently. Naturally, they are also aware of the latest developments in their field of expertise and of the most recent requirements for professional translations. Last but not least, our translators are highly skilled in using the best translation technologies and adhering to the required reliability and quality controls down to the last detail.

Native English-speaking translators

Our English translation agency distinguishes itself by using native speaking translators. These unique translators ensure that their final products are not only linguistically correct, but that they also resonate with the intended audience. Their unparalleled command of the English language, as well as an intuitive understanding of cultural contexts and expressions, make the translations of native speaking translators feel natural and authentic. This aspect is crucial for virtually all translations. Whether it concerns international trade relations, medical reports, or literature, marketing materials or media content. There is nothing more important than that the content of the original text is understandable and tailored to the target group.

Sworn translations from and into English

In addition to regular translations, we also offer sworn translations. These are translations of official documents that require a legally valid status, such as those often required in legal proceedings, for immigration and other official purposes. Because sworn translations are subject to strict standards of accuracy and confidentiality, our professional English translation agency works with officially sworn translators. These translators are not only proficient in English, but they also have an in-depth understanding of legal terminology and procedures within various international jurisdictions. In addition, they meet all legal requirements to provide sworn translations and are authorized to do so by the court. For more specific information about sworn translations, please refer to the page “Sworn English translations”.

It may occur that your sworn English translation still needs to be legalized for the country of use. Per country, we have indicated what is required for legalization. Translation agency Urgent Vertalen offers the service to legalize your sworn translation. Our translation agency is located at a strategic location in The Hague, between all the authorities that need to be visited for your legalization. This enables us to take care of the entire legalization for you at a low price.

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“Finding the right translation solution for every client, that is my job.”

Certified English translation agency with quality guarantee

Strict security and confidentiality according to ISO 27001. In addition to the Privacy Act (GDPR), all our employees and translators have signed a confidentiality agreement. Urgent Vertalen is one of the few translation agencies that, in addition to the ISO 9001 quality management and ISO 17100 translation services standards, is also certified for the ISO 27001 information security standard. As a result, our processes meet very strict requirements on the basis of security, among other things, to provide extra protection for your documentation and data.

ISO 9001 ISO 17100 and ISO 27001 certified

Our working method for your English translation

Step 1

After receiving your request, our translation advisor will check your documents.

Step 2

Based on the desired language combination and jargon, we select the most suitable qualified translator for your translation request.

Step 3

In consultation with our translator, the translation advisor will draw up a quote based on the time the translator has to spend on the translation. When preparing the quote, repetition of work and the complexity of the document are taken into account.

Step 4

On business days we are usually able to send you a customized quote within 60 minutes, free of charge.

Step 5

Upon your approval, we would like to receive your invoice details and any required shipping details.

Step 6

Urgent Vertalen starts working on your translation assignment and delivers it within the agreed time frame.

Step 7

We also guarantee the quality of our work after we deliver your translation. If you have any doubts about our translation, for example about certain wording, we will check your findings and send you a corrected translation if needed, at no extra cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

A professional English translation agency is a specialized service provider in the field of translating all kinds of different texts and documents from and into English. This may vary from business documents and technical manuals to personal documents and creative content.

What machine translation services lack, and what professional translation bureaus provide, are high accuracy, cultural sensitivity, the application of localization, and understanding of complex nuances. Facets that are all necessary to convey a message correctly and as clearly as possible. A professional translation agency is mainly used for official documents and material intended for publication and/or knowledge sharing.

A sworn translation may only be performed by an officially authorized translator and is often required for legal or official purposes. These translations are legally valid and are often used in government or legal proceedings.

Yes, our translation agency works with native English-speaking translators. This not only guarantees linguistic accuracy, but also ensures that the translations appear natural and authentic.

Absolutely. Our team of translators has expertise in various fields, which enables us to translate technical and specialized texts accurately and understandably.

Our translation agency follows strict quality control processes, such as the use of qualified, experienced translators, thorough peer reviews (the so-called four-eyes principle) and compliance with internationally applicable industry standards.

The turnaround time of a translation assignment depends on the length and complexity of the original text. In principle, we always aim to deliver all translations as quickly as possible, of course without compromising the quality of the end product.

We take the confidentiality of our clients and their data and content very seriously, and work strictly according to the ISO 27001 standard for information security. If desired, we are also prepared to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).

English translation prices

If you are interested in the prices for English translations at translation agency Urgent Vertalen, we can provide you with clear price information. The table below provides an overview of our rates per word for English translations, showing a clear picture of our transparent pricing.

Completely reliable. Strict secrecy according to ISO 27001 applies to every translation job.

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The team behind our translations

At Urgent Vertalen we are proud of our team of passionate language experts, each with their own unique specialization. They are supported by a carefully selected network of professional translators and revisers. Our common goal is to deliver the highest quality in the translation of your texts.

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Why select translation agency Urgent Vertalen?

ISO 9001, ISO 17100 and ISO 27001 certified

Usually translated within 24 hours without a rush fee

Sworn translations and full-circle legalization service

2500+ Clients rate us an average of 9.6/10

ISO 9001 ISO 17100 and ISO 27001 certified