Medical Certificate Translation for Spain
Sworn translations of medical certificates for Spanish visa and residency applications — non-lucrative visa, digital nomad visa, student visa, family reunification — fixed per-page pricing, digitally signed, handled personally by Alba.
- €37 per page standard rate
- €55 per page 12-hour rush service
- Typical turnaround: 24–72 hours
- Pay after delivery
- Digitally signed and stamped PDF
- Personally handled by Alba Fernández Carrasco
Why medical certificates need a sworn translation for Spain
Most Spanish long-stay visa applications require a medical certificate confirming the applicant is free of any contagious disease that could pose a public health risk under international health regulations. This certificate must be issued by a licensed physician — and it must be accompanied by a sworn Spanish translation to be accepted by Spanish consulates.
A standard or certified translation is not sufficient. The sworn translation must be produced by an officially appointed translator appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
When a medical certificate translation is required
- Non-lucrative visa (visado de residencia no lucrativa)
- Digital nomad visa (visa para nómadas digitales)
- Student visa (visado de estudios)
- Family reunification (reagrupación familiar)
- Long-stay work visa applications
- Residence renewal in some cases
What the medical certificate typically states
The standard medical certificate for Spanish visa applications is a brief document in which a licensed physician confirms that the applicant does not suffer from any disease that could have serious public health consequences under the International Health Regulations (2005). The document is usually signed and stamped by the doctor and may or may not require an apostille depending on the consulate.
Some consulates have a specific template or wording they require. If you're unsure whether your certificate meets the requirements, mention this when requesting a quote — guidance on suitability can be included in the response.
Does the medical certificate need an apostille?
Requirements vary by consulate and visa type. Some Spanish consulates require the medical certificate to be apostilled; others accept a plain doctor's letter. Check the specific instructions for your consulate before obtaining the certificate.
If your medical certificate does have an apostille, include the apostille page when sending documents for translation — it must be translated alongside the main document.
Medical certificates have a validity period — plan accordingly
Medical certificates for Spanish visa applications typically expire within 3 months of the date they are issued, though some consulates allow up to 6 months. This means timing matters: arrange your medical certificate and its translation close to your planned submission date, rather than months in advance.
If you are coordinating multiple documents for the same application, it's worth planning the medical certificate last, to ensure it's still valid when you submit.
What to send for a quote
- A clear scan or PDF of the medical certificate
- The apostille page, if present
- The visa type and consulate you are applying to
You don't need to send the original. A scan is all that's needed for quoting and completing the translation.
How it works
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Send your document
Upload your medical certificate via the quote form, noting your visa type and consulate.
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Receive a fixed quote
A clear per-page price with no surprises — typically within one business day.
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Translation completed by Alba
Alba translates and certifies the document personally. No agency handoffs.
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Digitally signed PDF delivered
You receive the sworn translation as a digitally signed PDF. Payment is made after delivery.
Frequently asked questions
- What type of medical certificate is required for Spanish visa applications?
- Most long-stay visas require a health certificate from a licensed physician confirming the applicant is free of any contagious disease that could pose a public health risk. The exact wording and format requirements can vary by consulate.
- Does the medical certificate need an apostille?
- Requirements vary by consulate and visa type. Some require it; others do not. Check your consulate's specific instructions. If an apostille is required, include it when sending documents for translation.
- Do medical certificates expire?
- Yes, typically within 3–6 months of the issue date, depending on the process and consulate. Arrange the translation close to your submission date to avoid having an expired certificate on hand.
- How long does a medical certificate translation take?
- Most are completed within 1–2 business days. Urgent turnaround is available. See the Pricing & Process page for details.
- Will the translation be accepted by my consulate?
- Sworn translations by an officially appointed translator are accepted by Spanish consulates. If you have doubts about a specific consulate's requirements, note this in your quote request.
- Can I send a scan or does it need to be the original?
- A clear scan or PDF is sufficient. The sworn translation is delivered as a digitally signed PDF.
- What if my medical certificate is in a language other than English?
- French, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, Galician, and other languages are handled. Mention the source language in your quote request.