Argentine Police Certificate Translation
Argentine Police Certificate Translation Australia
If you are applying for an Australian visa, citizenship, or another official submission, your Argentina police certificate (Certificado de Antecedentes Penales (Registro Nacional de Reincidencia — RNR)) must be accompanied by a NAATI-certified English translation. Trans Lingo provides NAATI-certified translations accepted by the Department of Home Affairs and all Australian authorities, delivered as a certified PDF within 24 hours.
What is a Certificado de Antecedentes Penales (Registro Nacional de Reincidencia — RNR)?
The Argentine police certificate is the Certificado de Antecedentes Penales issued by the Registro Nacional de Reincidencia (RNR), which operates under Argentina's Ministry of Justice. This is the nationally recognised character document for international purposes and is distinct from provincial police certificates, which are not accepted by the Department of Home Affairs.
Issuing authority: Registro Nacional de Reincidencia (Ministry of Justice).
Why your police certificate needs NAATI certification for Australia
The Department of Home Affairs and other Australian authorities only accept translations produced by a NAATI-certified translator. A standard translation, a notarised translation from Argentina, or a translation produced by an uncertified bilingual speaker will be rejected, even if accurate. Every Trans Lingo translation is completed by a NAATI-certified translator and includes the certification statement, translator stamp, and NAATI number required for Australian official use. If you are lodging against a short deadline, our express Spanish translation service delivers the same certified document in under 24 hours at the same $59 per page.
Which Australian visas require this translation?
A NAATI-certified translation of your Argentina police certificate is commonly required for the following Australian visa pathways:
- Partner visa: Required for the character assessment of applicant and sponsor on partner visa applications.
- Skilled visa: Required for the character assessment on subclass 189, 190 and 491 skilled visa applications.
- Employer sponsored visa: Required for the character assessment on subclass 482 and 186 employer-sponsored visa applications.
How to prepare your police certificate for translation
Obtain the certificate from the RNR in person, online, or through an Argentine consulate abroad. Upload the original digital PDF or a clear scan of the printed certificate, including the verification code, official seal, and signature. Ensure the certificate is current — generally within 12 months of your visa application date.
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