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Documents to translate for residency by investment (golden visa)
Residency-by-investment programs check your background and the origin of the money you invest. Expect to translate a police clearance certificate, recent bank and portfolio statements, and birth and marriage certificates for family members. Public documents usually need an apostille, and several programs ask for a certified or sworn translation.
For Israeli applicants heading to Greece, Cyprus, Malta and more.
Always asked for
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Police clearance certificate
תעודת יושר / אישור רישום פליליIsrael Police certificate stating whether the person has a criminal record.

Bank account statement
תדפיס חשבון / דף חשבוןPrintout of account activity for a period.

Securities portfolio statement
דוח תיק ניירות ערךStatement of investment holdings.

Marriage certificate
תעודת נישואיןIsrael has no civil marriage.

Birth certificate
תעודת לידהCertificate of a birth registered in the Population Registry.
Sometimes asked for
Depends on the destination and your situation.
Translation requirement
Certified or sworn translation plus apostille on public documents
Official sources
Updated November 5, 2026. Check the official source for your destination before you file; requirements change and differ by office.
Questions
Which documents do I need to translate for residency by investment (golden visa)?
Usually Police clearance certificate, Bank account statement, Securities portfolio statement, Marriage certificate and Birth certificate. Check the receiving authority's own list before you file.
Do I need a certified translation for residency by investment (golden visa)?
Certified or sworn translation plus apostille on public documents. Requirements change, so verify them with the official source for your destination.
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