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French translation agency

The Urgent Vertalen French translation provides high-quality, error-free French translations of your documents. Every year we translate many documents into and from French for various companies and organisations.

Officially recognised translations, guaranteed
Sworn translations and full legalisation service
Often ready within 24 hours, no 'rush fee'
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The indispensable role of a professional French translation agency

Given France’s major role within Europe and on the global stage, a professional French translation agency is indispensable in today’s society. Not only does a French translation agency have the knowledge of the many nuances of the French language, but the translators are able to incorporate that information to convey a message correctly and understandably to the target audience.

This obviously takes into account both linguistic and cultural differences, which is very important in areas such as marketing and legal correspondence. A professional French translation agency ensures that every translation project is carried out with precision and attention to detail, whether translating a website, a business contract, or the translation of literary works.

The guarantees of our translation agency

Expert translations at a fair price
Get a no-obligation quote with the price and delivery time clearly stated.
ISO 9001, ISO 17100 & ISO 27001
Clear pricing and delivery time upfront
ISO-certified translation agency
Have your business texts, personal documents and sworn translations handled by our ISO-certified translation agency.
ISO 9001, ISO 17100 & ISO 27001
Native speaker translators
Sworn and standard translations
Fast, personal service
Need your translation quickly? Tell us your deadline. We will help you arrange an express translation and any legalization you need.
Express translations without a 'rush fee'
Often ready within 24 hours
Three ISO certifications
Urgent Vertalen is certified to ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 17100 for translation services and ISO 27001 for information security.
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The experienced translators of a French translation agency French

A French translation agency that has the appropriate certifications is distinguished by their team of experienced translators who are fluent not only in their native language, but also in the target language. These translators are often experts in specific industries, such as law, medicine, or technology, so they have no problem translating specialised terminology and jargon correctly. Certifications like the ISO 17001 provide extra confidence and quality assurance, which is crucial when you are looking for accurate, correct translations that read well.

Sworn translations from and into French

Sworn translations are a specialty within the translation profession. These translations are legally recognised and are often required by government agencies, courts, and in legal proceedings. Sworn translators have official status, meaning that their translations are considered legally valid and reliable. For documents such as marriage certificates, wills, or business licenses, a sworn translation is not only an administrative necessity, but also guarantees extra legal protection.

Because sworn translations are bound by strict standards of accuracy and confidentiality, a professional French translation agency will always employ sworn translators. These translators are not only proficient in the French language, but also have a deep understanding of legal terminology and procedures within various jurisdictions. Moreover, they meet all legal requirements to provide sworn French translationsand are sworn in by the courts.

Your translation in three simple steps

You send us a scan of your documents by e-mail.
We arrange the translation as soon as possible.
Lightning-speed dispatch by the courier.
Translation agency Urgent Vertalen provides express translations on a daily basis. *We can often provide a (sworn) translation within 24 hours, without charging a so-called 'rush fee'.
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We help our clients with over 30 languages
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ISO 9001, ISO 17100 and ISO 27001 certified
3000+ ratings
Satisfied clients rate us a 9.7 based on 3000+ reviews

The French language in a nutshell

French is an official language in 29 countries and has different dialects and influences. This means that the French language is spoken by 285 million people worldwide, including in Europe, America, Africa and Asia. The fact that the language has been able to spread so widely is partly due to French colonisation. Originally, French is a Romance language, a descendant of Latin, as are Spanish, Italian and Romanian, among others.

The first known text in Old French dates to the ninth century. What many people may not know is that the French language greatly influenced English due to French rule and the use of French by the nobility. Furthermore, along with English and German, French is one of the three working languages of the European Union.

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The benefits of working with a certified French translation agency

Engaging a professional French translation agency is of great value. Consider, for example, companies looking to expand into the French-speaking market or institutions working with French-speaking communities. When you work with a French translation agency, you are not only assured of translations that are linguistically correct, but also tailored to your target audience by way of localisation. This is what it takes to successfully convey your message and build trust with your French-speaking partners and customers.

The strength of French native speaker translators

Using native speaker translators for translations into and from French ensures authentic and natural flowing texts. These translators understand subtle meanings and nuances, and are familiar with the cultural context essential for conveying your message correctly.

Moreover, these translators are aware of the latest changes and trends in the French language, which in turn translates into current and relevant translations. Whether it concerns literary works, legal documentationor a technical manual, a native speaker translator knows how to preserve the essence of a message even after it has been converted into the target language.

French translation agency. How much is it?

Standard translations start at €0.10 per word and sworn translations at €0.16 per word, excluding VAT. Send us your document and language combination for a no-obligation quote with a clear price and delivery time. View our rates (Dutch).
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What our clients say on Kiyoh

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23/10/2026 ina, Frankrijk

“Ik heb meerdere vertalingen laten doen en steeds is er een echte snelle reacties op de offerte aanvraag; en modificaties worden snel opnieuw gebudgete”

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23/10/2026 Anna dela Paz, Amsterdam

“It was easy to obtain the services I needed. The sworn translation of my document was done in a facilitated and professional way. The entire process ”

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16/10/2026 Jan Piet, Wassenaar

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16/10/2026 Egbert , Roermond

“Binnen 1 week had ik mijn documenten vertaald. Zeer vriendelijk en professioneel personeel. Ik zou deze instantie zeker aanbevelen.”

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