Translate a Dari Employment Permit to English for Employment Verification

What an Afghan Employment Permit Contains

An employment permit issued in Afghanistan is an official record that confirms an individual’s right to work for a specific employer. From documents we have processed, the permit typically carries the letterhead of the General Directorate of Human Resources and Labor Relations and includes a unique permit number, the employee’s full name, job title, the employer’s name (which may be a public institution, a university, or a private company), the date of assignment, and the period of validity. A standard notice, printed in Dari Persian, declares the document to be government property and non-transferable. An official stamp and signature of the issuing officer appear at the bottom or on the reverse side.

Common Fields and Issuing Authority Details

Most permits carry a fixed set of fields: the full name of the employee, the job or post designation, the employer’s name and department, the permit number assigned by the General Directorate, the date of issue, the expiry date, and a remark that the permit is tied to a single organisation and cannot be transferred. The issuing authority is almost always the General Directorate of Human Resources and Labor Relations, whose stamp authenticates the document. In some cases, an additional stamp from the employer’s own personnel office may appear alongside the government stamp.

Regional and Language Variations

Afghanistan’s administrative language for permits and civil documents is predominantly Dari Persian, but in provinces with substantial Pashto-speaking populations, such as Herat Province, some permits may include both Dari and Pashto text. The formal lexicon and script remain consistent with Dari administrative usage. When translating a document that contains Pashto sections alongside Dari, the translation should cover both languages and note when information is repeated.

Common Dari Terms on an Employment Permit

The following table lists terms frequently encountered on a Dari-language employment permit. The original Dari script is shown alongside a romanised approximation and the English equivalent used in translations.

Dari (Original Script)	Romanisation	English
اجازه کار	ejāzeh-ye kār	Work permit / Employment permit
مدیریت عمومی منابع بشری و روابط کار	modiriyat-e ʿomumi-ye manābeʿ-e bašari wa ravābet-e kār	General Directorate of Human Resources and Labor Relations
غیر قابل انتقال	ghayr-e qābel-e enteqāl	Non-transferable
ملکیت دولت	mellkiyat-e dowlat	Government property
تاریخ اعتبار	tārikh-e eʿtebār	Validity date / Expiry date
بست	post	Post / Position
معاش	maʿāsh	Salary
مؤسسه	moʾasseseh	Institution / Employer
تاریخ استخدام	tārikh-e estekhdām	Date of employment
مهر رسمی	mohr-e rasmi	Official stamp

Why Translate a Dari Employment Permit into English

A foreign employer, a visa officer, or a bank abroad will rarely accept a Dari-language permit as-is. When an Afghan national applies for a position overseas, the hiring organisation typically requires an English rendering of the permit to verify the candidate’s employment history and that they are authorised to work in Afghanistan. Similarly, applications for work visas to the UK, Canada, Australia, or Schengen countries often request an English translation of employment documents as part of the supporting evidence. Banks and financial institutions may also ask for a translated permit when processing a loan or account opening linked to overseas employment.

AI Translation vs Official Certified Work: Which One Do You Need?

The choice hinges on what the receiving authority demands. Lekhak’s instant AI translation produces a readable, formatted English version in minutes that is perfectly adequate for internal HR review, a first draft of a visa application, or simply understanding the contents of the permit. It costs little and requires no appointment. For situations where an official certified translation is required, such as final embassy submission or a court matter, Lekhak offers certified translation on-demand. The key is to check the instructions of the organisation that will receive the document: if they ask only for a translated copy without a certificate, the AI output may suffice; if they specifically ask for a certified translation, you will need the on-demand certified path. The AI translation does not carry a signed certificate of accuracy.

What Lekhak’s AI Translation Produces

When you upload a scanned employment permit, the AI platform performs optical character recognition on the Dari text, extracts all field labels and data, and arranges the English output in a clean DOCX file. Common fields such as employee name, job title, employer, permit number, and dates appear as plain text. Official stamps are rendered as a descriptive note, for example “[Official Stamp of the General Directorate of Human Resources and Labor Relations]”. The layout approximates a simple table structure but does not replicate the exact graphical design of the original. The translation is a best‑effort AI rendering; it is not endorsed by any government body and does not contain a translator’s certificate.

When You Need Notarisation, Apostille, or Embassy Attestation

For a translated Afghan employment permit to be accepted by a foreign authority, a certified translation alone is often sufficient, but some destinations require a notarised certified translation and further legalisation. Afghanistan is not a party to the Hague Apostille Convention, so the typical chain after obtaining a certified translation is: notarisation by a notary public, attestation by the Afghan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and finally legalisation by the embassy of the destination country in Kabul. Lekhak’s certified translation on‑demand can be the first step in this chain, but notarisation and subsequent attestation or legalisation are separate government acts you arrange with the relevant authorities.

How to Replace a Lost or Damaged Afghan Employment Permit

If the original permit is lost or damaged, you can request a duplicate from the issuing authority. The process usually requires you or your employer to submit a written application to the General Directorate of Human Resources and Labor Relations or the relevant provincial labour office, along with a copy of your national identity document (tazkira) and, in case of loss, a report from the local police station. The employer’s personnel department can often facilitate the request. Obtaining a replacement may take several weeks. This administrative procedure is independent of translation services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I translate the permit myself for a job application or visa?

You can, but many employers and visa offices require an independent translation. A self-translation may be rejected because it is not considered objective. Lekhak’s instant AI translation gives you an impartial, machine-generated version that is often accepted for internal review or draft submissions.

Is a certified translation mandatory for a UK or Schengen work visa?

UK and Schengen visa guidelines generally ask for a certified translation if the document is not in English. Check the specific checklist for your visa type. For a final, submission-ready version, you may need the on-demand certified translation, while the AI translation can serve as a preparatory draft.

Does Lekhak handle the entire attestation process?

No. Lekhak provides certified translation on-demand, but notarisation, MFA attestation, and embassy legalisation are separate government procedures that you arrange yourself. The platform does not coordinate these steps.

How long does AI translation of a scanned permit take?

The AI translation runs in under two minutes after the file is uploaded. You receive a formatted DOCX ready for download immediately, with no waiting for a human translator.

What format should I upload the original permit in?

Upload a clear scan or a sharp photo: PDF, JPG, PNG, or WebP files work best. Ensure the entire document is visible and the text is legible. Avoid heavy shadows, folds, or blur.

Does the translation preserve the original layout?

The DOCX arranges the information in a structured, readable format but does not replicate the exact graphic layout. Official seals and stamps are captured as descriptive text rather than images.

Can I use the AI translation directly for an embassy submission?

Embassy submissions often demand a certified translation with a signed certificate of accuracy. The instant AI output is not certified. Use it for personal understanding or preparatory review; if the embassy requires certification, request the on-demand certified translation.

Does the AI capture official stamps and seals?

Yes. The platform identifies stamps and includes a note such as “[Official Stamp]” along with a description of the authority that issued it. The actual stamp image is not recreated; only its textual information is rendered.

Is the Dari script accurately recognised in scanned documents?

The AI’s OCR engine is trained on Persian and Dari script and handles a wide range of document qualities. Legible scans produce highly accurate transcriptions; faded or handwritten permits may require a clear re-upload.

Will the translation be accepted by my foreign employer for internal review?

In most cases, yes. Employers use the English version to verify job titles, dates, and employer names. Since internal review does not require a certified translation, the instant AI output is a practical, low-cost solution.