What Is a Sworn Translation (Traducción Jurada)?
A sworn translation is a type of translation that can only be produced by people holding the official title of "sworn translator-interpreter" (Traductor-Intérprete Jurado). These professionals are officially appointed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain, and are authorized to stamp and sign translations that carry full legal weight before Spanish government offices, universities, and courts.
The complete list of accredited sworn translator-interpreters for Persian is publicly available on the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Make sure the translator you choose is registered on this official list.
Why Must It Be Directly from Persian to Spanish?
Some applicants assume they can first translate their document into English and then translate that English version into Spanish. This method is not accepted by Spanish authorities; the official translation must be done directly from the source language (Persian) to the target language (Spanish) by a translator officially accredited for this specific language pair.
Translations done by unaccredited translators, regular translation agencies, or people who simply know the language, even if accurate, are not legally valid for Spanish authorities and will cause delays or rejection of your file.
Documents That Usually Need an Official Translation
- Birth certificate
- Marriage or divorce certificate
- Academic degrees and university transcripts
- Criminal record certificate
- Financial, banking, or property documents
Approximate Cost and Turnaround Time
The cost of an official translation is usually calculated based on the number of words or pages in the document and varies depending on the translator and the complexity of the text. For short documents such as a birth certificate, turnaround is usually a few days; longer documents such as university transcripts may take more time. It is advisable to plan this step well ahead of your file's final deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can produce an official Persian-to-Spanish translation?
Only accredited sworn translator-interpreters appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, according to that ministry's public official list.
Can a document be translated into English first and then into Spanish?
No. The translation must be directly from Persian into Spanish; a two-step translation is not accepted.
Which documents usually need an official translation?
Birth certificate, marriage certificate, academic documents, criminal record certificate, and financial or property documents.
How much does an official translation cost and how long does it take?
It's calculated based on the number of words or pages; short documents are usually ready within a few days.