German Translation Services in Malaysia: Certified for Manufacturing, Business & Legal Documents.
We translate certified personal, legal, corporate, and technical documents between German and English/Bahasa Melayu — for German manufacturers and engineering firms in Penang and Kulim, Malaysian companies trading with Germany, and Malaysians with family or business ties to German-speaking countries.
German ↔ English/Malay Translation: Inbound and Outbound
Each direction serves a different community with different document needs.
German to English/Malay (inbound)
German manufacturers and engineering firms operating in Penang and Kulim, German expatriates working in Malaysia, and Malaysian companies receiving German business documents need certified translations of German-issued documents: Handelsregisterauszug (commercial register extract), Geburtsurkunde (birth certificate), and technical specifications.
English/Malay to German (outbound)
Malaysian manufacturers supplying German industrial buyers, and Malaysians with family or business ties to Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, need certified German translations of their Malaysian documents.
Do German documents need an apostille or consular legalization for use in Malaysia? Germany is a member of the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention, so most German public documents (birth certificates, company registration extracts, notarized deeds) carry an apostille from the issuing German authority rather than requiring embassy legalization. Malaysia recognizes apostilled documents for most purposes, but the certified translation into English or Bahasa Melayu is still a separate requirement on top of the apostille.
Need business, compliance, or automotive/industrial documents instead? See our European Business & Compliance Document Translation atau Automotive & Industrial Contract Translation pages.
German ↔ English Documents We Translate
When Do You Need German Certified Translation?
SSM Registration for German-Owned Companies
German investors registering a company or branch in Malaysia — often in Penang's semiconductor and E&E cluster — need certified English or Bahasa Melayu translations of Handelsregisterauszug and Gesellschaftsvertrag for SSM.
SSM · Foreign investmentMIDA Investment Submissions
German manufacturers applying for manufacturing licenses or investment incentives through MIDA need certified translations of corporate and financial documents.
MIDA · InvestmentEmployment Pass for German Expatriates
German professionals relocating to Malaysia for engineering and management roles need certified translations of degree certificates, Führungszeugnis, and employment contracts for Employment Pass applications.
Employment PassTechnical & Manufacturing Documentation
Malaysian suppliers and German manufacturers exchange technical specifications, quality manuals, and SOPs between German and English for day-to-day operations.
Technical · ManufacturingMarriage & Family Matters
Malaysians marrying German, Austrian, or Swiss nationals need certified translations of Geburtsurkunde and Heiratsurkunde for JPN marriage registration.
Marriage · JPNEmbassy & Consular Submissions
Visa and consular applications to the German Embassy in Kuala Lumpur often require certified translation of Malaysian supporting documents.
Embassy submissionsTransparent Pricing: German Translation
Priced by word count. Volume discounts for multi-document projects and ongoing corporate accounts.
| Service | Rate | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Certified translation: German to English/Malay | RM0.70/word | 24–48 hours |
| Certified translation: English/Malay to German | RM0.70/word | 24–48 hours |
| Certified translation: urgent | RM0.75/word | Same day |
| Notarised translation | RM220/page | 2–3 working days |
| Corporate account (volume pricing) | On request | By agreement |
A typical 1–2 page personal document (birth certificate, marriage certificate) costs approximately RM100–RM200 for certified translation. Corporate and technical document sets are quoted after we review the full set. We confirm the exact price before you commit.
What Does Your Authority Require?
| Authority / Use | Requirement |
|---|---|
| SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) | Certified Bahasa Melayu or English translation required for German-language incorporation documents before company registration. |
| MIDA | Certified translation of corporate and financial documents required for manufacturing license and investment incentive applications. |
| Immigration Malaysia (Employment Pass) | Certified translation of degree certificates and police clearance required for Employment Pass applications. |
| JPN (National Registration Department) | Requires certified Bahasa Melayu translation of German civil documents for marriage registration. |
Confirm your specific authority's requirement before ordering — requirements vary by application type and jurisdiction.
4 Steps to Your German Translation
Simple, fast, and fully guided. We handle everything from quote to delivery.
Upload your document
Send a clear scan, photo, or PDF via WhatsApp or our quote form. Confirm source language and target language.
Receive your confirmed quote
We confirm word count, certification requirements, price, and turnaround, usually within a few hours.
Approve and pay
Via bank transfer. We begin work immediately on confirmation. No surprises, no hidden fees.
Receive your certified translation
Delivered by email as a PDF. Physical certified copy with original translator stamp available by courier.
What Our Clients Say
“Professional services, kind and friendly staff. I asked only for one translation and they sent me two sets of original translation papers with a live stamp. I will not deal with any other service provider.”
“Needed to translate my Birth Certificate in quite a short amount of time, and Sharon definitely delivered! The price was super competitive as well, would highly recommend!”
“Unbelievably satisfied with the fast-paced response and result. From first contact to receiving the physical result took less than 24 hours.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do German documents need an apostille for use in Malaysia?
Germany is a Hague Apostille Convention member, so most German public documents carry an apostille rather than requiring embassy legalization. A certified translation into English or Bahasa Melayu is a separate requirement on top of the apostille.
Does SSM accept German company documents translated into English?
Yes. SSM accepts incorporation documents in Bahasa Melayu or English. If your original Handelsregisterauszug or Gesellschaftsvertrag is in German, a certified translation into either language is required before registration.
Can you translate documents for MIDA investment applications?
Yes. We regularly translate corporate and financial documents for German manufacturers applying for manufacturing licenses or investment incentives through MIDA.
Do German expatriates need certified translation for Employment Pass applications?
Yes. Degree certificates, Führungszeugnis (police clearance), and employment contracts typically need certified translation into English or Bahasa Melayu for Employment Pass applications.
Can you translate technical manuals and quality specifications?
Yes. We regularly translate technical specifications, quality manuals, and SOPs between German and English for Malaysian suppliers and German manufacturers.
How long does certified German translation take?
Standard certified translation is delivered within 24–48 hours. Urgent same-day service is available for time-sensitive applications.
How much does certified German translation cost?
From RM0.70 per word for standard certified translation, or RM0.75 per word for same-day urgent service. Notarised translation is RM220 per page.
Translate Your German Documents
Send us your document and destination. We'll confirm the price and turnaround within a few hours.