Indonesian Translation Services in Singapore
Need an Indonesian translator? Our Indonesian translation services in Singapore cover Bahasa Indonesia to English for ICA PR, citizenship and LTVP files, MOM, the Traffic Police, schools and the courts. We also translate English to Bahasa Indonesia, such as your ICA letters for KBRI after Singapore citizenship is approved. Every name follows your passport, even a single name. For ICA files, we arrange the Notary Public and the SAL step.
Quick answer: A certified Indonesian translation starts from S$40 a page and takes 24 to 48 hours. The ICA version (translation + notary + SAL) starts from S$202.20 for a 1-page document and usually takes 3 to 7 working days. Need it fast? Send a short document before 11am on a weekday for same-day translation. The notary and SAL steps then add a few working days.
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Certified, Notarised or Apostilled Indonesian Translation: Which One Do You Need?
The office that reads your paper decides the route. MOM, the Traffic Police, schools and insurers take a certified translation. ICA files need card 2. A paper going to KBRI or an office in Indonesia needs card 3.
1. Certified Translation
- Who signs it: Our translator and our company, with a signed and dated statement that the translation is complete and correct.
- Used for: MOM passes, Traffic Police licence conversion, schools and MOE, insurers, banks and visa files.
- Time: 24 to 48 hours.
- From: S$40 per page.
2. Notarised Translation (for ICA)
- Who signs it: A Notary Public in Singapore (a senior lawyer), who notarises our certified translation.
- Used for: ICA PR, citizenship, LTVP and Student's Pass files.
- Time: 3 to 7 working days.
- From: S$202.20 for a 1-page document (S$40 translation + S$75 notary + S$87.20 SAL).
3. Going to Indonesia or KBRI
- Who signs it: The Notary Public, then SAL. No embassy stamp is needed.
- Used for: Singapore papers in Bahasa Indonesia for KBRI Singapore, a court, a bank or a civil registry (Dukcapil) in Indonesia.
- From: Included with notarisation.
One thing we will always tell you straight
Bahasa Indonesia is not Malay. They are close, but the words for offices, courts and family records differ, so a Malay translator is the wrong person for an Indonesian akta. And an Indonesian birth certificate (akta kelahiran) rarely travels alone: ICA and many embassies also want the Kartu Keluarga that shows the whole family. Send both together, and we spell every name the same way on both. We also tell you when you do not need a stamp, so you do not pay for one.
Bahasa Indonesia to English and English to Bahasa Indonesia
We work in both directions, and the person who translates is a native Indonesian speaker. Indonesian to English: papers from Jakarta, Batam, Surabaya, Medan or anywhere in Indonesia, typed or handwritten, old or new. English to Bahasa Indonesia: ICA letters, Singapore certificates, contracts and insurance papers for KBRI or offices in Indonesia, in formal Indonesian. Old spelling: papers from before 1972 use the old spelling (for example "Soekarno", "Djakarta", "Tjirebon"). We keep names as printed and explain place names where needed. Single names: many Indonesians have one name only. We copy it as your passport shows it and add a translator's note, so a form that asks for a first and last name does not create a second person. Seals and notes: we translate every stamp, signature line and margin note, including Dukcapil and court seals.
Also: Indonesian to and from Malay, Chinese, Dutch and Japanese on request
Tell us the pair and we confirm the price and date before we start.
Indonesian Documents We Translate, From and Into Bahasa Indonesia
Each document has its own page with the full route and price. Several documents? Send them together for one bundled quote.
Indonesian to English: Family Papers
Birth certificate translation (akta kelahiran), Kartu Keluarga translation (family card), marriage certificate translation (buku nikah, akta perkawinan) and divorce certificate translation (akta cerai).
Indonesian to English: ID, Police and Licence
Identity card translation (KTP), police clearance translation (SKCK) and driving licence translation (SIM) for the Traffic Police.
Indonesian to English: School, Legal and Court
Academic certificate translation (ijazah, transkrip), name change translation and power of attorney translation (surat kuasa). Court bundles, see court document translation.
English to Bahasa Indonesia
ICA citizenship approval letters and in-principle approval letters for KBRI. Singapore marriage certificates for KBRI and Dukcapil. Insurance claim papers, see insurance claim translation. Contracts and company letters, see legal translation.
Indonesian Documents Kept in Jakarta? Translation From Photos in 4 Steps
Four simple steps, from your photos to a set that is ready to use.
Send clear photos or scans
A family member in Indonesia can take the photos. Include the back of each page and all stamps. Add a passport photo of each person named so we can match the spelling. Tell us which office the translation is for.
Get a fixed quote within an hour
We reply with an itemised price and tell you whether you need the notary and SAL steps or not.
Human translation and a second check
A native Indonesian translator does the work. A second person checks every name, date, NIK number and seal against the original.
Delivery in the right format
Certified: a signed PDF, with a paper copy on request. Notarised: one PDF of the full set (copy of the original, translation, notarial certificate and SAL certificate) ready to upload to ICA, plus the signed paper set. Courier for a small fee, or collect from our office.
Why Clients Trust Us With Indonesian Translation
What you get with every Indonesian translation we do.
Native Indonesian Translators
Real people who know Indonesian office words and old spelling. We do not claim credentials we cannot show.
Names and NIK Numbers Checked Twice
A second person checks every name, date and NIK number against the original and your passport, across the akta and the Kartu Keluarga.
Your Papers Stay Private
Your files are seen only by the people working on them. We do not paste them into public AI tools.
Honest Timelines
Certified translation takes 24 to 48 hours. With the notary and SAL steps, allow 3 to 7 working days. We tell you the real date, not a nice one.
A Typical Job: An ICA Citizenship Letter and ROM Certificate Into Bahasa Indonesia for KBRI
A client whose Singapore citizenship had been approved needed to give up Indonesian citizenship at KBRI Singapore. KBRI asked for the ICA citizenship outcome letter and the client's Singapore marriage certificate from the ROM in Bahasa Indonesia, 2 pages in all.
English to Bahasa Indonesia Translation
Original
ICA citizenship outcome letter and Singapore marriage certificate from the ROM, 2 pages in all, in English.
What the client needed
New Singapore citizen giving up Indonesian citizenship
- Whether KBRI wanted a certified translation, a notarised one, or a penerjemah tersumpah.
- So before we started, we asked the client to confirm this with KBRI.
What we did
Formal Indonesian, every number kept
- We asked the client to confirm with KBRI which route it needed.
- We translated both papers into formal Indonesian.
- We kept the ICA and ROM reference numbers exactly as printed.
- We spelt every name the way the Indonesian passport did.
- A second person checked each date and number, and the client got a signed PDF.
How Much Does Indonesian Translation Cost in Singapore for Official Documents?
You get a fixed price before we start. Personal papers are priced per page, and a Kartu Keluarga counts as one page. Long files are priced per word. Several documents? Send them together for one bundled quote with an itemised breakdown.
Certified Translation
24-48 hrsStarting from
- Indonesian to English or English to Bahasa Indonesia
- A Kartu Keluarga counts as 1 page
- Signed PDF, paper copy on request
Notarised for ICA
3-7 daysStarting from, 1-page document, notary + SAL included
- Includes the notary fee (S$75) and the SAL fee (S$87.20)
- +S$40 for each extra page
- PDF for the ICA upload plus the signed paper set
Long Files (per word)
QuotedStarting from
- Court bundles, contracts and company papers
- Repeated text counted once
- Same-day translation of a short document: +S$20 a page, if sent before 11am on a weekday. The notary and SAL steps still take a few working days.
Worked example: a PR file (from a real enquiry). An applicant needs a 1-page akta kelahiran and a 1-page Kartu Keluarga translated for an ICA PR file, both notarised. Akta kelahiran, notarised: S$202.20. Kartu Keluarga, notarised: S$202.20. Total: from S$404.40, ready in 3 to 7 working days. This assumes each document gets its own notarial certificate and SAL apostille. Your quote shows the exact count before you pay. Bahasa Indonesia is standard for us. Old handwritten records, Dutch-era papers and regional languages may cost more or take longer, and we tell you before we start.
What Clients Say About Our Indonesian Translation
Here is what clients said after we translated their Indonesian papers.
Real Client Experiences
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Smooth Experience from Start
"Firstly, I sent my Indonesian marriage paper without knowing what to expect. The reply came fast and was very clear. They kept me updated at every step. The final English..."
Reliable Service for PR Use
"Recently, I needed translation for my Indonesian birth record for PR submission. The staff guided me calmly. No confusion at all. They delivered on time as promised. The translated version..."
Good Support for Work Pass
"Thankfully, I found this service online while searching for urgent help. My employment letter needed translation. They handled it smoothly and explained each step. No hidden charges. I received the..."
Easy Process and Fair Price
"Personally, I liked how simple everything was. I submitted my divorce paper in Indonesian. They confirmed details before starting. The English copy looked accurate. Payment was easy. I would use..."
Quick Help for School Admission
"During my son's school admission, I needed fast translation of his report card. The team responded quickly. They were polite on WhatsApp. The document was delivered as promised. It helped..."
Trustworthy and Accurate Work
"Honestly speaking, I was careful while choosing a translator. My bank statement had important details. They handled it properly. No spelling mistakes. The layout was clean. I felt confident submitting..."
Great Support for Legal Matter
"Luckily, my friend suggested this company. I needed translation of a court document. The team checked names and dates twice. Everything looked correct. I received it within the timeline shared..."
Very Clear and Simple Process
"At first, I thought it would be complicated. My medical report was in Bahasa Indonesia. They explained the steps in easy words. The final English version was neat and readable...."
Professional Yet Friendly Service
"Compared to other places I contacted, this team replied faster. I needed translation for my driving licence. They confirmed spelling before printing. The service felt personal. I got the document..."
Smooth Handling of Urgent Case
"Yesterday, I sent my Indonesian business paper for urgent translation. They started work the same day. Communication was simple and clear. The English file was sent before the deadline. Very..."
Other Indonesian Documents and Guides
Most Indonesian files have more than one paper. We run the set as one job, so every name is spelt the same way on the akta, the Kartu Keluarga and the rest.
Helpful guides
Several Documents? One Bundled Quote
Send them together for one bundled quote with an itemised breakdown.
Common Questions About Indonesian Translation
Short, direct answers to the questions clients ask us most.
FAQ Group
Does ICA accept a certified Indonesian translation, or must it be notarised?
For ICA, plan for notarised. ICA accepts an embassy translation, a notary's translation (in Singapore or Indonesia), or a private translation that is notarised or embassy-attested. A company stamp alone is not enough. MOM, the Traffic Police and schools usually take a certified translation. We do the translation and the notary step in one order.
What is the cost of Indonesian translation in Singapore for official documents?
A certified Indonesian translation starts at S$40 a page, and a Kartu Keluarga counts as one page. The ICA version, with notary and SAL, starts at S$202.20 for a 1-page document, and each extra page adds S$40. Send us the scans and you get a fixed, itemised price within an hour.
Do I need SAL authentication or a KBRI stamp?
Not as a separate step. When a Singapore notary signs your translation, SAL must authenticate it, and since 16 September 2021 it does this with an apostille. The S$87.20 fee is in our notarised price. Indonesia has accepted apostilles since 4 June 2022, so a Singapore paper for Indonesia no longer needs a KBRI legalisation stamp.
My ICA deadline is in a few days. Can you still help?
Often, yes. A short Indonesian document sent before 11am on a weekday can be translated the same day for S$20 more a page. The notary and SAL steps depend on their diaries and usually add a few working days. Message us on WhatsApp with your date, and we tell you honestly whether it is possible.
Do I get a PDF and a paper copy? Do you need my original?
A clear photo or scan is enough to start, even if the original is kept in Indonesia, and your original stays with you. A certified translation comes as a signed PDF, with paper on request. A notarised set is made on paper, and you also get a PDF of the full set to upload to ICA. Collect it, or we courier it for a small fee.
Do I need an Indonesian sworn translator (penerjemah tersumpah)?
For Singapore offices, no. Singapore has no state-appointed sworn translators, and ICA asks for a notarised translation instead. An office in Indonesia, or KBRI, may ask for a translation by a penerjemah tersumpah sworn in Indonesia. Check with them first. If they accept a notarised translation with the SAL apostille, we can do it.
What do I need translated for KBRI after my Singapore citizenship is approved?
Usually your ICA approval letter, and sometimes your Singapore marriage or birth certificate, in Bahasa Indonesia. KBRI sets the list and decides whether it wants a certified, notarised or sworn translation, so ask KBRI first. Send us their list and we price the set and tell you how long it takes.
Do I need the Kartu Keluarga as well as the birth certificate?
Often, yes. The Kartu Keluarga shows the whole family and the parents' names, so ICA and many embassies ask for it with the akta kelahiran. Check your own checklist. If both are needed, send them together, and we make sure every name and NIK number matches on both.
I have only one name. How will it appear in English?
Exactly as your passport shows it. Many Indonesians have a single name, and Singapore forms often ask for a first and last name. We copy the name as printed and add a short translator's note, so the officer sees one person, not two. Send a passport photo with your file.
Can a Malay translator translate my Indonesian papers?
It is not a good idea. Malay and Bahasa Indonesia share many words, but office, court and family terms differ, and so do some spellings. A Malay translator can get a term wrong on an akta or a court paper. We give Indonesian papers to a native Indonesian translator. For Malaysian papers, see our Malay translation services page.
Get Your Indonesian Translation Done the Right Way
Send photos of your papers, tell us which office they are for, and get a fixed, itemised price within an hour.