Russian Passport Translation for Visa Purposes
Russian to English MOJ legal translation is AED 100 per page. For Schengen and similar non-UAE visa files, a normal company-certified translation may be enough.
This page comes from a real WhatsApp conversation. A customer first asked for Russian to English translation of a passport for visa purposes, then clarified that the requirement was not a full legal translation of every passport page. It was an unofficial summary translation from Cyrillic into English for selected Russian internal passport pages.
That difference matters. A foreign passport biodata page, a Russian internal passport summary, and an MOJ legal translation for UAE use are not the same job. The translator checks the receiving authority instruction first, then confirms whether the normal company-stamped route or the AED 100 per page MOJ route applies.
What Made This Quote Different
The first message sounded simple: Russian passport to English for visa purposes. A few minutes later, the requirement became more specific. The customer needed selected internal passport pages summarized from Cyrillic into English for a foreign visa file.
Foreign passport spelling
The official English name spelling should follow the foreign passport or ID used in the visa application.
Internal passport pages
The instruction referred to personal data, issued international passports, marital status, and Russian registration pages.
Summary translation
The receiving authority asked for an unofficial summary translation, not necessarily a full stamped legal translation.
Unclear handwriting
Handwritten or unclear parts need review and may require correction after the customer checks the draft.
Which Price Applies?
For Russian to English MOJ legal translation, the price is AED 100 per page. This is the route to ask about when the receiving authority specifically wants a UAE legal translation or a Ministry of Justice certified translation.
For Schengen and similar non-UAE visa needs, the receiving authority may only ask for a normal translation or an unofficial summary translation. That is the route we offered in this WhatsApp case: a Russian to English translation certified with our company stamp, not overbuilt as an MOJ legal translation when the instruction did not require it.
If the receiving authority wants a UAE legal translation, the file may need a different path. In the WhatsApp conversation, the office team also explained that an MOJ legal translation route may require a color copy of the first passport page, attestation by the Russian embassy or consulate, and UAE MOFA attestation before the translation can be handled as a legalized copy.
If You Do Not Want to Share a Passport Online
Some clients are not comfortable sending a passport image over WhatsApp. That is reasonable. You can ask whether an office visit is available, or share only the receiving authority instruction first so we can tell you whether the job is likely a summary translation, standard certified translation, or MOJ legal translation.
Office availability, staff, and visiting hours should be confirmed before you go. In the WhatsApp case, the customer asked about office access, card payment, operating hours, and whether someone experienced with the process would be available before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our translation services.
What does Russian passport translation for visa purposes cost?
MOJ legal translation from Russian to English is AED 100 per page. For normal visa translation with our company certification stamp, the scope still has to be checked first because a Russian foreign passport page and a Russian internal passport summary are different jobs.
Can you translate Russian to English for visa purposes?
Yes. We handle Russian to English passport and identity-document translation for visa and consular use, subject to document review and the receiving authority requirements.
How long does a Russian passport translation take?
In the WhatsApp case behind this page, the expected Russian translator turnaround was 24 hours for a normal passport task. It can take longer when multiple pages, handwritten entries, or unclear scans need review.
Do I need an MOJ-certified Russian passport translation?
Not always. A foreign embassy or visa office may ask for a normal company-certified translation or an unofficial summary translation, while a UAE government or legal route may need MOJ legal translation. Confirm the receiving authority before choosing the certification level.
Can I avoid sending my passport on WhatsApp?
Yes. If you are not comfortable sharing a passport image on WhatsApp, you can ask to visit the office or share only the minimum safe details needed for the translator to confirm spelling and scope.
Why did the translator ask for the official English spelling of the name?
Russian names can be transliterated in more than one way. For visa use, the English spelling should follow the foreign passport or official ID so the translation matches the identity document used in the application.
Need a Russian Passport Translation Checked?
Send the visa instruction first. If the document image is sensitive, tell us and we will confirm the safest way to review the scope.