In this article we will talk about what a sworn translation is in Spain and why it is needed. For any document that you want to present to the Spanish authorities, you need to have it translated from Russian into Spanish traductor jurado – sworn translator.
A sworn translator simultaneously performs the function of a translator and a notary, that is, he translates documents into Spanish and has the authority to certify these documents with a personal seal and signature.
Such a translator is accredited by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Spain and can certify the translation of a document, thereby confirming the authenticity of its content.
Sworn translation is done after documents are apostilled.
Why do you need a sworn translation in Spain?
A sworn translation in Spain will be required if you are applying for a visa, Residence permit in Spain, to higher education institutions, government bodies, city hall, court, etc. Also, sworn translation of documents (licenses, certificates, contracts, extracts) may be required by your Spanish business partners. Banks in Spain also most often ask to provide certificates and declarations with an official translation.
For example, when obtaining a mortgage from a Spanish bank You must provide certified translations of the purchase and sale agreement, income certificates, statements from your personal account on cash flows, certificates from your place of work, etc.
We will help you translate your documents into Spanish and certify them. More information about the sworn translation service in Spain:
Differences between sworn translation in Spain and consular translation
Consular translation is actually similar to sworn translation in Spain and has the same legal force. Consular translation is performed by a translator at the consulate and certified by the consular department.
In some cases, Spanish institutions do not accept documents with consular translation, although they are required by law. Therefore, in order to avoid such situations, it is recommended to immediately make a translation through a sworn translator.
How to make a sworn translation into Spanish
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs constantly updates the list of accredited translators on the website. In this list you can find your language and see how many translators there are in your region. Also, the license number, phone number and mail are indicated there, so you can contact the sworn translator directly.
For example, in Alicante there are only 2 Russian-Spanish sworn translators registered.
Usually traductor jurado asks to send a scan of the originals or a photo of the documents in good quality. The finished translation will be delivered to you by mail or courier. The cost of a page of sworn translation from Russian into Spanish will be around 40-60 euros.
