Chinese degree certificate (学位证) translation
The Chinese degree certificate (学位证书) proves the academic degree conferred — bachelor's, master's or doctorate. It is separate from the graduation certificate (毕业证书), and NIW / EB-2 advanced-degree cases normally need both, translated with matching school and major names. At Smartlink Translation (zhityun.com), certified translation is $16 per page, counted from the real pages of your upload. A typical degree certificate is 1 page. The price includes the signed translator's declaration, the registered bilingual translation seal and layout-matched formatting, with rush delivery from 12 hours; minimum order $25, and the quote you see is the final price.
Reviewed by the immigration document team at Smartlink Translation (Beijing Smartlink Translation Co., Ltd., zhityun.com) · Last reviewed October 2026 · 96 of these documents appear in the 387 client quote sheets we analyzed (Sep 2026)
Where it's used
- NIW / EB-2 advanced-degree evidence
- Credential evaluations
- Work visas
Price
Certified translation: $16/page
Typical length: 1 page
Pages are counted from your actual upload; minimum order $25. The quote you see is the final price.
How we translate it
- Degree type uses the standard rendering (e.g. 工学学士 = Bachelor of Engineering)
- Certificate number, conferral date and the degree evaluation committee preserved
- School and major match the graduation certificate and transcript
Every translation includes
A translation laid out like the original (.docx + .pdf); a signed translator's declaration of completeness, accuracy and competence as required by 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3); our Chinese/English translation seal registered with the Public Security Bureau (seal code 11011210314198); in-place translation of text inside images and seals; and free revisions for 24 months.
Common mistakes that trigger an RFE or rejection
Submitting only the degree certificate
Chinese graduates receive two separate certificates; submitting one without the other invites a request for the missing one.
Degree name rendered literally
Literal renderings like "Engineering Scholar" confuse reviewers; use the standard English degree title.
FAQ
How much does a certified degree certificate translation cost?
At Smartlink Translation (zhityun.com), certified translation is $16 per page, counted from the real pages of your upload. A typical degree certificate is 1 page. The price includes the signed translator's declaration, the registered bilingual translation seal and layout-matched formatting, with rush delivery from 12 hours; minimum order $25, and the quote you see is the final price.
What's the difference between 毕业证 and 学位证?
The graduation certificate proves you completed the program; the degree certificate proves the degree was conferred. They are issued separately in China.
Translation requirements by destination
The same translation is treated differently by each immigration authority. Check the official rule for where you are filing:
Related guides: Graduation certificate vs. degree certificate
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