Certified Amharic Translation for USCIS (12-Hour Turnaround)
Immigration and academic processes can feel high-pressure, especially when one document detail can delay a case. If your records are from Ethiopia and written in Amharic, we provide Amharic to English certified translation prepared to meet USCIS certified translation requirements and accepted by USCIS for official filings.
Every certified translation is completed by qualified native Amharic translators with careful attention to accuracy, consistency, and USCIS compliance. Clear scans or phone photos are acceptable. Originals are not required, and translations are accepted nationwide.
In Amharic, ትዕግስት (t’ɨyɨgɨst) expresses steady patience through a long process. For many applicants and students preparing to move from Ethiopia to the United States, that patience often means collecting civil records, securing academic documents, and meeting strict deadlines without room for error.
Amharic uses the Ge’ez (Ethiopic) script, and official records often follow standardized fields and formal administrative wording. That structure makes consistency essential, especially when names, dates, places, and issuing authorities must match across multiple documents and forms.
For USCIS and U.S. institutions, legal precision matters. Translations must include all visible content, including stamps, seals, signatures, handwritten notes, and issuing authority details. We translate everything shown on the document, keep formatting consistent, and provide a certified translation that reflects the full record exactly as presented.
Amharic in Ethiopia and USCIS Filings
Amharic is widely used on official documents issued in Ethiopia, including civil registration records and many academic and government letters. These documents are commonly submitted for USCIS filings such as family petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and requests involving identity, relationship, and status evidence.
Some applicants also use certified translations for National Visa Center document collection and consular processing, including interviews at U.S. embassies and consulates. Requirements can vary by process, but the safest approach is consistent: include a clear copy of the Amharic document, a complete English translation of all visible text, and a signed certification.
What to Expect When Translating Amharic Documents for USCIS and U.S. Institutions
Avoid delays with simple online uploads that accept clear scans or phone photos, even from mobile devices.
We handle Ethiopia-specific formats and official terminology so key fields are translated consistently across your submission.
We translate all stamps, seals, signatures, and handwritten notes so reviewers see every visible detail.
You receive USCIS-ready certification and formatting consistency that supports fast review and reliable cross-checking.
Common Amharic Documents for USCIS and Education
| Document Name in Amharic | English Equivalent |
|---|---|
| የልደት ምዝገባ ምስክር ወረቀት | Birth Registration Certificate |
| የጋብቻ ምዝገባ የምስክር ወረቀት | Marriage Registration Certificate |
| የፍቺ ምዝገባ የምስክር ወረቀት | Divorce Registration Certificate |
| የሞት ምዝገባ ምስክር ወረቀት | Death Registration Certificate |
| የትምህርት ማስረጃ | Academic Records (Diploma, Degree, Transcript, or Confirmation Letter) |
Why MotaWord for Amharic Translation?
USCIS-compliant certified translations by native professionals with experience handling real immigration filings.
Fast delivery with many documents completed within 12 hours, supporting strict USCIS and attorney deadlines.
Clear guidance on certified vs notarized translation requirements to avoid rejections or RFEs.
Secure document handling with SOC 2-compliant systems when applicable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
MotaWord provides you with a no-obligation, free Amharic certified translation quote for your documents of any type. To get an instant quote, simply visit www.motaword.com/quote, upload your Amharic language files, and receive your quote instantly. Our 100% online system is secure through our SOC 2 Type 2 process and is fully automated.
Yes, USCIS accepts Amharic-to-English translations when they are complete and include a signed translator certification.
Upload a clear scan or photo, receive an instant quote, and submit the certified translation with the signed certification in your filing.
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