Popular documents for translation and trends for fall 2024

Interview with Kateryna Shahun, Head of MacroGlobal Translation Agency

Question: Good afternoon, Kateryna! Thank you for agreeing to this interview. Please tell us what types of documents are most popular for translation this fall?

Kateryna Shahun: Good afternoon! Thank you for your question. The fall of 2024 brought several interesting trends in the field of document translation. Most often, clients request translation of the following documents:

• Certificates of complete secondary education and their supplements. These documents are required for admission to foreign educational institutions.
• Diplomas of higher education and their supplements are also required for study or employment abroad.
• Income statements and single tax returns, which are required for visa applications.
• Medical records and medical histories required to obtain medical services abroad.
• Purchase and sale and lease agreements, as well as extracts from the Unified State Register of Legal Entities for business purposes.

Question: That’s interesting! Do these documents always need to be notarized or apostilled?

Kateryna Shahun: It all depends on the requirements of the particular country or organization where the translation is submitted. Usually, an apostille is required if the document is to be submitted to a country that is a party to the Hague Convention of October 5, 1961. Notarization is required when the document is submitted to official institutions or courts. We always recommend that our clients clarify these requirements before ordering, but at MacroGlobal, we provide all types of certification so that the document is accepted without unnecessary delays.

Question: What are the most popular languages for translation nowadays?

Kateryna Shahun: Currently, the most popular languages for translation are:

• English – it remains the leader, because Ukrainians are actively going to work and study in the US, Canada and the UK.
• Polish – due to the significant flow of Ukrainians to Poland for work and study.
• Spanish is a popular destination for those seeking opportunities in Spain and Latin America.
• German – for employment and study in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
• Romanian – this language has become especially relevant for work and study in recent years.

In addition, there is a demand for translations from Georgian and Dutch, especially for business purposes.

Question: What general trends do you see in your field in the fall of 2024?

Kateryna Shahun: One of the most noticeable trends is a significant increase in demand for translations for admission to foreign educational institutions and submission of documents to medical institutions. Many Ukrainians receive education or treatment abroad, so our translation services in this area are in great demand. The demand for translations of business documents has also increased, which indicates that Ukrainian businesses are actively interacting with international partners. These include contracts with suppliers, leases of offices abroad, and agreements with clients.

Question: That’s very interesting. And finally, why should clients choose MacroGlobal for document translation?

Kateryna Shahun: We provide professional translation services that meet international standards. MacroGlobal employs qualified translators with extensive experience, we fulfill orders quickly, and offer notarization and apostille. In addition, we have a convenient online ordering and payment system that simplifies the translation process for our clients. If you need high-quality translation of documents, we are always happy to help! By the way, you can learn more about document translation services on our website.

Q: Thank you for an interesting conversation, Kateryna! We wish you success in your important work!

Kateryna Shahun: Thank you! We are always happy to help our clients!