Translating foreign documents

[suka330 0]

I am Tongan and my fiance lives in Tonga. I'm currently putting my fiance visa package together. So I’m translating my fiance's emails/letters. I notice that it’s mandatory to translate all foreign documents, however my questions is… since we do not have an actual “official Tongan translator” in America, would I be sufficient enough to translate this emails and letters?

Also, is the statement that I have to put after each of my translations?:

Certification by Translator:

I (typed name) , certify that I am fluent (conversant) in the English and (type the foreign language) languages, and that the above/attached document is an accurate translation of the document attached entitled (name of document).

Signature ______________________ Typed Name _________________

Date ___________ Address _____________________

I hope this makes sense. I'd appreciate any assistance with this.

Thank you!

[payxibka 10,047]

are you competant in both languages? if so you qualify

[mox 298]

A "certified" translation just means that the translator certifies that they're proficient in both languages. You don't need a stamp or anything like that. If you are proficient in both languages, you can "certify" it.

The statement you provided is sufficient.

[suka330 0]

are you competant in both languages? if so you qualify

That makes sense! I kept thinking to myself on how I was going to prove that I am fluent in both my language, Tongan, and in English.

I just wanted to be sure since I am not a certified translator of the Tongan language and there isn't any here in America.