In short:
- Almadani Translation is listed on the translator lists of the British Embassy and the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh.
- These lists are information to help applicants find translators; being listed is not an endorsement by either embassy.
- Acceptance of a translation is always decided by the receiving authority, whether an embassy, a university or an immigration body.
- Every translation we issue is stamped, signed and checked by a second translator.
Before visa appointments, many people search for phrases like “translation office for the British Embassy” or “US Embassy translation Riyadh”. That makes sense: applicants want a translation that will not cause problems with their file. If you have come across the British Embassy Riyadh translators list or the equivalent US list, it is worth understanding what these lists mean and what they do not. We would rather you know the full picture before you order.
What are embassy translator lists?
Some embassies publish lists of lawyers or translators working in the host country to help their citizens and applicants find local services. The UK government, for example, publishes a page titled “Saudi Arabia: lawyers and translators/interpreters”, and the U.S. Embassy publishes similar lists.
These lists usually carry a clear disclaimer that the embassy does not guarantee or take responsibility for the services listed, and that inclusion is not a recommendation. We think that is important to say plainly.
Where do we fit in?
Almadani Translation is listed on the translator lists of the British Embassy and the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh. That means our name appears when applicants look for translators in the Kingdom. It does not mean either embassy vouches for our translations or guarantees their acceptance, and we never present ourselves that way.
So what makes a translation acceptable?
No office can guarantee acceptance, because that decision belongs to the receiving authority. But certain features put a translation in the format official bodies normally expect.
A complete translation
Every page is translated, including stamps, signatures and notes, because a partial translation invites questions.
The office’s stamp and signature
Each translation we issue carries our stamp and signature, which is what distinguishes a certified translation from a personal or machine one.
A second translator’s check
After the first translator finishes, a second translator checks names, numbers, dates and terminology.
Clear office details
The translation includes details that allow the authority to contact us if it needs to verify anything.
Listed, sworn and certified: the difference
- Certified translation office: a licensed office in Saudi Arabia issuing stamped, signed translations. We have been licensed since 1983.
- Listed with an embassy: the name appears on an information list published to help applicants, which is not an endorsement.
- Sworn translator: a legal status in some countries, where the translator has taken an oath before a court there. Some foreign authorities require one of their own sworn translators.
What do visa requirements usually say?
UK and US authorities generally require documents not written in English to be accompanied by a full translation. Details vary by visa type and authority and can change, so read the guidance for your application on the official website and follow it to the letter. If a translation requirement is unclear, send it to us and we will help you read it.
Documents we often translate for visa files
- Bank statements and salary letters.
- Birth certificates, marriage contracts and family records.
- Degree certificates and transcripts.
- Commercial registrations and company documents for business owners.
- Personal status judgments and deeds, covered in our guide to Saudi court judgment translation.
Common mistakes in visa files
- Translating part of a bank statement when the authority wants the full statement.
- Different name spellings across documents, especially when they were translated at different times by different offices.
- Leaving out stamps and notes, so the translation does not match the original.
- Relying on machine translation, which carries no stamp or signature.
About us
We have been licensed since 1982 (licence No. 64, dated 19 February 1983) and have served more than 20,000 clients. We translate to and from almost any language, including African languages, and sign an NDA on request. Learn more on our About page and our Riyadh page.
How to order
Send photos of your documents on WhatsApp to +966569442222 at any time and tell us the visa type and authority. We send a quote and delivery time before you confirm. You receive a stamped e-copy on WhatsApp plus a printed copy, with collection arranged with you. You can also reach us through our Contact page or at info@almadanitranslation.co.
FAQ
Are your translations accepted by embassies and government bodies?
Almadani Translation is listed on the translator lists of the British Embassy and the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh. Being listed is not an endorsement by either embassy. Every translation we issue is certified, stamped, signed and reviewed by a second translator, but acceptance is always decided by the receiving authority.
Do I have to use a translator from an embassy list?
That depends on the authority’s requirements. Some do not require a particular translator; others may have specific conditions. Read your application guidance.
Do you deal with the embassy on my behalf?
No. We issue the translation only, and you submit your file to the relevant authority yourself.
Can a bank statement be translated the same day?
It depends on the number of pages. Send it and we will confirm timing in your quote; urgent service is available for an extra fee.
Can I order from outside Riyadh?
Yes. Order on WhatsApp from any city, receive the stamped e-copy, and we will agree with you on collecting the printed copy.
Note: This article is general information. Visa requirements change, and the receiving authority decides whether it accepts a translation and in what form. Always check the official website of the authority concerned.
Written by the Almadani Translation Team · Information last reviewed: October 2026