Moana Translations

Certified Translation Services in New Zealand

About Us

Moana Translations is a family-run certified translation agency based in Auckland, New Zealand. We specialise in translating documents from Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Catalan into English for official use in New Zealand.

Our translations are officially recognised by NZTA (New Zealand Transport Agency), Immigration New Zealand (INZ), and NZQA (New Zealand Qualifications Authority).

Services

Driver Licence Translations (NZTA)

Certified translations of overseas driver licences for converting to a New Zealand licence. Our translations are accepted by NZTA, AA, and VTNZ. You must carry the printed translation (in colour) together with your original licence when driving.

Immigration Translations (INZ)

Certified translations of documents for visa and residency applications, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, police certificates, employment references, bank statements, and other supporting documents required by Immigration New Zealand.

Academic Translations (NZQA)

Certified translations of academic qualifications, transcripts, diplomas, and syllabi for assessment by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.

Languages

We translate from the following languages into English:

Area Served

New Zealand (100% online service, based in Auckland)

How It Works

  1. Submit your documents – Upload clear photos or PDF files of your documents via our quote form.
  2. Receive a quote – We review your documents and send you a quote.
  3. Confirm and pay – Once you confirm, we provide payment details (bank transfer, PayPal, or Wise).
  4. Receive your translation – Your certified translation is delivered as a PDF via email.

Turnaround and Pricing

Most certified translations are delivered within 24 hours. Express services (1–2 hours) are available for urgent requests, subject to availability.

Indicative pricing (NZD):

Most documents range from NZD 30–40. Final pricing is confirmed after document review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your translations accepted by NZTA, INZ and NZQA?

Yes. Our certified translations are fully accepted by NZTA (New Zealand Transport Agency), INZ (Immigration New Zealand) and NZQA (New Zealand Qualifications Authority). Mar Colomer Calleja is a recognised translator appearing on official lists.

How long does a translation take?

Most certified translations are delivered within 24 hours. For urgent requests, we offer express services with delivery in 1–2 hours, subject to availability.

Do you offer urgent translations?

Yes, we offer express translation services for urgent requests. Contact us with your requirements and we'll confirm if we can meet your deadline.

Which file formats can I send?

We accept PDF files and clear photos in JPG or PNG format. Make sure all text is legible and all pages are included.

Do you work on weekends or public holidays?

We usually work weekdays, but we can sometimes accommodate standard translations on weekends or public holidays depending on availability. If you have multiple documents or an urgent deadline, ask us about an express delivery option.

How do I pay?

After you submit your documents, we'll send you a quote. Once you confirm, we'll provide payment details. We accept bank transfers, PayPal, and Wise.

Does my licence need to be translated if it has some English?

Yes. Licences must be translated if they are not fully in English, even if they contain some English text.

Can you translate photos of documents?

Yes, we can work from clear, legible photos. Ensure the photo is well-lit, in focus, and shows the entire document.

Contact

Verified Credentials

Mar Colomer Calleja is listed on official registers:


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