Russian Translation Pros · Chicago, Illinois

Russian Translation & Interpreting in Chicago

Russian Translation Pros is a language company for Russian, Ukrainian, and English translation and interpretation services in Chicago, Illinois.

Trusted by the City of Chicago Chicago Board of Elections · since 2022 ★★★★★ 5.0 on Google · 139 reviews · 0 translations rejected by USCIS
Chicago team · replies in 1–2 hours

Chicago Russian Translators

WhatsApp: +1-224-284-5455
Scan to chat on WhatsAppPoint your phone camera at the code

Мы говорим по-русски.

Since 2022 · Chicago Board of Elections

Trusted by the City of Chicago

Since 2022, Russian Translation Pros has provided Russian-language translation and accessibility services for the Chicago Board of Elections, supporting language access across multiple election cycles. Our work includes written translation and multi-round proofreading of official primary and general election ballots — candidate names, subdistrict offices, and referendum measures — along with onsite voiceover recording and audio proofreading for the accessible audio ballots used in Chicago's voting systems. This ongoing work involves both onsite time at the Board's downtown office (69 W. Washington St.) and remote coordination to meet election-cycle deadlines.

What we do for Chicago voters

Ballot translationPrimary and general election ballots, multi-round proofreading
Accessible audio ballotsOnsite voiceover recording and audio proofreading
Onsite and remoteDowntown office at 69 W. Washington St.
Every election cycleCandidate names, subdistrict offices, referendum measures
Google reviews
5.0
★★★★★

139 reviews on our Google Business Profile

Read all reviews on Google5.0★★★★★6 reviews on Yelp
★★★★★
I had a really good experience with Russian Translation Pros. I had quite a few documents that needed to be translated and I was also on a tight deadline. They responded quickly, answered all my questions, and got everything done on time.
DDed P.Google review
★★★★★
I had an excellent experience with Russian Translation Pros. Their interpreter did an outstanding job during my USCIS asylum interview. The interpretation was professional, accurate, and made the entire process much easier.
EEvgenii K.Local Guide · Google
★★★★★
All good, one day translation, easy. Tim is very responsive. Recommend
SS. A.Local Guide · Google
★★★★★
The quality of service was outstanding. The translation was done in a short period of time for a very reasonable price. Tim handled my case very professionally and i would definitely recommend their translation service to others and use it myself again
MMargarita O.Lemont, IL · Yelp review
Our services in Chicago

Providing Chicago with Certified Translations for More Than a Decade

With a network of experienced translators and interpreters, you can rest assured that we can assist you with any communication challenges you might face. Our translation specialists are well-versed in Chicago's key industries, including finance, legal services, healthcare, commerce, manufacturing, technology, and transportation.

While we have developed a solid reputation for achieving top-quality translation and interpretation results for many of Chicago's government agencies and world-renowned companies, we also help private citizens with their personal translation needs. For example, we certify and notarize translation of Russian and Ukrainian documents for submission to State and Federal Courts, USCIS, NVC, Chicago Passport Agency, and the Russian and Belarus Embassy in Washington D.C., Ukrainian consulate in Chicago.

Whether you need translation of a simple personal letter, a complex legal document, or a large technical project, Russian Translation Pros can help.

We hold our team of translators to high standards to make sure we consistently get the translation right, on or before your deadline, at an affordable price. Our mission is to earn your business over and over again by delivering exceptional value on every project.

Accepted in Chicago

Where Chicago clients submit our translations

  • USCIS Chicago Field Office and Asylum Office
  • Chicago Immigration Court (EOIR)
  • NVC and the U.S. Department of State
  • Chicago Passport Agency
  • Ukrainian consulate in Chicago
  • Russian and Belarus Embassy in Washington D.C.
  • State and Federal Courts in Illinois
  • Illinois Secretary of State (apostille)
All submitted documents, personal information, and communications are kept confidential and used solely for the purpose of fulfilling your translation request. We are also happy to execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) upon request.
Chicagoland

Downtown Chicago, the North Shore and Northwest suburbs

Our translation experts have years of experience serving clients in Chicago and across its Northern and Northwest suburbs - including Buffalo Grove, Glenview, Northbrook, Wheeling, Skokie, Highland Park, Vernon Hills, Deerfield, Wilmette, Arlington Heights, Evanston, and Schaumburg.

Buffalo Grove Glenview Northbrook Wheeling Skokie Highland Park Vernon Hills Deerfield Wilmette Arlington Heights Evanston Schaumburg
LakeMichiganChicagoEvanstonSkokieWilmetteGlenviewNorthbrookDeerfieldHighland ParkBuffalo GroveWheelingVernon HillsArlington HeightsSchaumburg
Chicago and the Northern & Northwest suburbs

Chicagoland businesses and residents place trust in our translation services.

Trusted by top corporations, law firms, and thousands of clients in the Chicago area & nationwide.

JP MorganChanelHistoryJohnson & JohnsonCirque du SoleilPCAOBBouyguesShowTimeFoxShine GroupPepsiCo
Certified & notarized

Document Translation in Chicago

At our company, we specialize in translating a wide variety of documents, ensuring that each translation meets the necessary legal and official standards. We provide certified and notarized translations from Russian, Ukrainian, and English, catering to both personal and professional needs throughout the United States, including Chicago and Illinois.

What is Certified Translation?

Certified translation is a process where a translator certifies that the translation is accurate and complete. This certification is crucial for documents that will be submitted to official entities, such as government agencies, educational institutions, and legal bodies. The translator provides a signed statement, known as a Certificate of Translation Accuracy, which attests to their qualifications and the fidelity of the translation. This certificate typically includes the translator's name, signature, address, and the date of certification.

In addition to the translation itself, we also provide an Affidavit of Translation Accuracy, which further confirms the translator's responsibility for the accuracy of the final document. This is particularly important for documents that require a high level of scrutiny, such as immigration papers or legal contracts.

Every certified translation includes

Ready for USCIS, courts and universities.

Official company letterheadLogo, address and phone of our agency
Affidavit of translation accuracySigned by a translator or company representative
Notary stampNotarized at no extra charge
PDF by email or hard copy by mailUsually in 1–2 business days

Acceptance of Certified Translations

Our certified translations are widely accepted by various institutions, including:

  • USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services)
  • NVC (National Visa Center)
  • Social Security Administration
  • Embassies and Consulates of Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Kazakhstan
  • US Department of State
  • Insurance companies, banks
  • Colleges and universities in Chicago, Illinois, and beyond
  • Evaluation companies, such as ECE, WES, ECFMG, and others

This broad acceptance underscores the reliability and professionalism of our translation services.

Types of Documents We Translate

We handle a diverse range of documents, including but not limited to:

Vital records:Birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates, passports, police certificates.
Medical documents:Patient records, medical histories, immunization certificates, and prescriptions.
Technical documents:Manuals, specifications, and product descriptions.
Legal papers:Contracts, agreements, court documents, and certificates.

Each translation is performed by professional human translators who are fluent in both the source and target languages, ensuring that the nuances of the original text are preserved.

Order certified translation

The process of ordering your documents for a certified translation is easy:

1

Send your documents

You can submit your documents electronically to our Chicago Russian translator at [email protected];

2

Get a quote

As soon as we receive your electronic copy, we will review it and let you know the cost and turnaround time.

3

Make a payment

If you agree to our terms, you will have to make a prepayment for the service using our payment page.

4

Review and receive

Once the translation is ready, we will email you a draft translation. After your review, we will certify, notarize and email you a PDF copy or mail a hard copy of your official papers.

Send us the English spelling of names

In your initial email to us, please include the correct spelling of your name in English (if applicable) along with your contact phone number, email address and mailing address. Please let us know if you have any deadlines.

Notarization of Translations

In some cases, a notarized translation may be required. Notarization adds an extra layer of authenticity, as it involves a notary public verifying the identity of the translator and the accuracy of the translation. This is particularly important for documents that will be used in legal proceedings or submitted to government agencies in Chicago and Illinois.

Our certified translations can be delivered as non-editable PDF files, complete with a signed and stamped Certificate of Translation Accuracy. This document serves as proof of the thoroughness and accuracy of the translation, as well as the qualifications of the translator.

Chicago, Illinois, or anywhere in the U.S.

Whether you need a certified translation for immigration purposes, academic applications, or legal matters in Chicago, Illinois, or anywhere else in the United States, we are here to assist you. Our commitment to quality and accuracy ensures that your documents will be translated with the utmost care and professionalism. If you have any questions or need assistance with your translation needs, feel free to reach out to us!

Illinois apostille

Apostille Services for Translated and Illinois-Issued Documents

At Russian Translation Pros, we eliminate the hassle of obtaining an Apostille for your translated or Illinois-issued documents. When you choose our professional Apostille service, you can trust that you're getting fast, reliable service—at a fraction of the cost charged by many other providers.

Our Apostilles are issued by the State of Illinois and are typically affixed to notarized translations or official Illinois-issued documents (such as birth, marriage, or divorce certificates). For countries like Belarus, an Apostille is often required on the translated document itself. That’s why, after delivering a certified and notarized translation, we can also obtain an Apostille on your behalf.

If you choose us to submit your documents to the Illinois Secretary of State, rest assured they will be properly prepared with the correct notary statement wording to ensure successful processing.

⚠️ Please note: An Apostille can only be attached to a notarized document—either a notarized translation or an original notarized document.

How we get your apostille

1
Certified translationTranslated and certified by our team
2
NotarizedSigned before a notary with the correct wording
3
Illinois Secretary of StateWe submit and collect the apostille for you
4
Ready to use abroadBelarus and other Hague Convention countries
19+ Years in Business
4K+ Happy Clients
19K+ Documents Done
5.9M+ Words Translated
Interpreting

Russian Interpreting - Chicago

When your interpreter truly understands your subject matter, communication flows naturally — you can be confident that you're understood, and that you understand everything being said to you.

At Russian Translation Pros, we match you with an experienced Russian interpreter suited to your specific needs — someone with both a relevant language degree and hands-on experience in your subject area.

Our professional Russian interpreters facilitate clear two-way communication by going beyond word-for-word translation. They convey not only the words being spoken, but also the intended meaning, tone, and context.

Our professional Russian interpreters provide Russian-English interpreting in a range of settings, including consecutive, whispered, and simultaneous conference interpreting. Our clients range from individuals to government and corporate organizations throughout Chicago.

Interpreting in Chicago

Onsite, by phone or video.

ConsecutiveInterviews, meetings, depositions, medical appointments
WhisperedOne or two listeners at negotiations and site visits
Simultaneous conferenceConferences and exhibitions, with equipment
Our experience

Our Interpreting Experience

Government · 2022 – present

Chicago Board of Elections

Ballot translation · audio ballots · onsite verification

We've also worked with municipal and government clients on multi-format language accessibility projects — combining ballot translation, audio recording, and onsite verification to meet strict accuracy and compliance requirements. Our ongoing work with the Chicago Board of Elections is one example of this kind of specialized, high-stakes project.

Exhibition · November 2009

Russian National Exhibition

McCormick Place, Chicago

For example, Russian Translation Pros provided Russian interpreting services for the Russian National Exhibition held at Chicago's McCormick Place in November 2009.

Our Chicago Russian-English interpreters also have experience working in international and diplomatic settings. For years, our clients have hired us to provide professional, accurate, and neutral interpretation during complex and demanding proceedings.

Immigration interviews

Immigration Interpreting: Green Card & Asylum Interviews

We have interpreters with extensive experience at Green Card, Asylum, and other immigration interviews across Chicago. For Chicago-area applicants, Green card (adjustment of status) interviews may be scheduled at the USCIS Chicago Field Office, located at 101 W. Ida B. Wells Drive (formerly 101 W. Congress Parkway), Chicago, IL. Asylum interviews are held at the USCIS Asylum Office for Illinois, 181 W. Madison Street, Suite 3000, Chicago, IL 60602. Immigration hearings are scheduled at the Chicago Immigration Court, 55 E. Monroe Street, Suite 1500, Chicago, IL 60603. We provide accurate, neutral, and professional interpretation for these interviews.

Asylum cases call for especially careful preparation, since each case brings its own vocabulary and context — whether the claim involves political persecution, religious persecution, or persecution based on minority or ethnic status. Whenever possible, we ask for preparatory materials in advance so our interpreter can review the applicant's background, personal statement, and case-specific terminology before the interview — ensuring nothing gets lost or misunderstood on the day that matters most.

  • USCIS Chicago Field Office101 W. Ida B. Wells Drive
  • USCIS Asylum Office181 W. Madison Street, Suite 3000
  • Chicago Immigration Court55 E. Monroe Street, Suite 1500

Our rates vary depending on the subject matter, assignment duration, location, and type of interpretation (simultaneous or consecutive). Contact us today for a free, no-obligation estimate.

Эта страница на русском →

Our Chicago interpreter

A PhD linguist at your interview

One of our Chicago interpreters has worked with us since 2015. Before settling in the Chicago area she was a university professor and department chair of foreign languages and translation, with a PhD in English philology and about 40 years of interpreting behind her.

In Chicago she has interpreted asylum interviews at the USCIS Asylum Office on West Madison Street, green card interviews downtown, attorney meetings in Schaumburg, insurance interviews and driving tests. She has also trained as a court and medical interpreter in Illinois.

For asylum cases she asks for your personal statement in advance and studies it, and she arrives early so you can talk before the interview starts. More about our interpreters.

Chicago track record

Checked by us before her first assignment.

PhDEnglish philology, Russia's leading linguistic university
About 40 yearsInterpreting and translation since 1986
Court and medicalIllinois court interpreter orientation, medical interpreter training
AssociationsMember of ATA and CHICATA
Since 2015Working with Russian Translation Pros

“I wanted to thank you for the interpreter you provided. The interview went well! I will recommend you.”

Client after an asylum interview in Chicago (translated from Russian)

Contact us

Tell us what you need, get a quote fast

Email or WhatsApp us a photo or scan of your document, or tell us about the interpreting job. We usually reply within 1–2 hours.

For a translation

  • A photo or scan of every page
  • English spelling of names, as in your U.S. documents
  • Your deadline and where you will submit it

For an interpreter

  • Date, time and city, or phone / video
  • Type of meeting: court, medical, business
  • How long you expect it to take
Мы говорим по-русски. Пишите на русском!
Scan to chat on WhatsAppPoint your phone camera at the code to send us a message. +1-224-284-5455
Office hours: Monday – Friday, 7 am – 6 pm Central Time.
We also answer email and WhatsApp in the evenings and on weekends.
Payment: Zelle, credit or debit card, PayPal.
Confidential: your documents are used only for your order. NDA available on request.
Fax: 1-888-474-8135