Official Sworn Translations for Spain
How to Start a Sworn Translation Request
Here is everything you need before sending your documents to Alba Fernández Carrasco, MAEC-certified sworn translator-interpreter, Commission No. 8981Verify in official MAEC registry ↗. The process is simple, direct, and fully handled by Alba personally.
- €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
How the Process Works
Four steps from your documents to a signed sworn translation ready for submission in Spain.
1. Gather your documents
In most cases, all you need are scanned copies or digital PDFs. Physical originals are rarely necessary. If you have any doubt about what to include, send everything you have — Alba will confirm what is needed before the work begins.
2. Send your files to Alba
Upload your documents through the request form. You will receive a reply confirming the page count, total cost, and estimated delivery time. Pricing is fixed per page so there are no surprise fees.
3. Receive your sworn translation
Alba personally prepares your translation and delivers it as a digitally signed and stamped PDF. This format is accepted for official use throughout Spain and by Spanish Consulates worldwide. No physical copy is required for official submission in most cases.
4. Pay after delivery
Payment is made only after you have received your translation. Accepted payment methods include credit card, bank transfer, Wise, and Zelle. EU residents pay 21% IVA in addition to the page rate.
What to Have Ready
Before sending, it helps to have the following to hand:
- Your documents as scanned PDFs or high-resolution images. Photographs taken on a phone are usually fine as long as the text is fully legible.
- All pages of each document, including any apostille. If an apostille is attached to the back of your document, scan it together with the main document, not separately.
- A note on your deadline or any rush requirements. If you need your translation within 12 hours, mention that in your message and Alba can confirm availability.
- The name of the institution or authority you are submitting to (consulate, immigration office, Spanish registry, university, etc.). This is optional but helpful for any formatting questions that may arise.
If you are not sure which documents need to be translated, see which documents commonly require sworn translation for Spain. If you are not sure whether to include the apostille page, read about apostille translation requirements for Spain.
Common Documents Alba Translates
Clients typically send one or more of the following for their visa, nationality, or official process in Spain:
- FBI background checks and fingerprint-based criminal record reports
- ACRO and police certificates (UK)
- RCMP criminal record certificates (Canada)
- Birth certificates
- Marriage and divorce certificates
- Death certificates
- Medical certificates and health insurance documents
- Bank statements and financial solvency documents
- Employment letters and contracts
- Academic records, diplomas, and university transcripts
- Apostilles attached to any of the above
What to Expect After You Send Your Files
Once Alba receives your documents, you will typically receive a reply within a few hours (during business hours) confirming:
- The exact page count for each document
- The total cost at the applicable rate
- The estimated delivery time based on current workload and any rush requirements
- Any questions about the documents or the submission context
No work begins until the quote is confirmed. If you decide not to proceed, there is no charge and no obligation. If you are happy with the quote, translation begins promptly and the signed PDF is delivered to your inbox.
If you have questions before you send — about what to include, whether your documents qualify, or anything else — email or WhatsApp Alba directly. Contact details are in the header and footer of every page.
Who Is Doing Your Translation
Every translation is prepared personally by Alba Fernández Carrasco, officially appointed by Spain’s Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores (MAEC) as a sworn translator-interpreter. MAEC Commission No. 8981. This is a public appointment that can be verified directly in the official MAEC registry.
There are no agency layers, no third-party translators, and no staff handling your files. Your documents go directly to Alba, and your translation comes directly from Alba. Learn more about what MAEC appointment means and how to verify it →
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to send physical originals?
In most cases, no. Scanned copies or digital PDFs are sufficient. Physical originals are rarely required unless specifically requested by the Spanish institution or consulate receiving your translation. If you are unsure, mention it when you send your files and Alba can advise.
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How long will my translation take?
Typical turnaround is 24 to 72 hours from receipt of the documents. A 12-hour rush service is available at €55 per page. If you have a tight deadline, mention it when you send your files.
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Can I get a price estimate before sending?
Yes. Pricing is fixed: €37 per page standard, €55 per page for 12-hour rush. You can estimate your cost by counting the pages in your documents. If you are not sure how many pages your documents will come to, send the files and Alba will confirm the page count and total before the work begins. You can also visit the Pricing & Process page for more detail.
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Will the translation be accepted by the Spanish Consulate?
Yes. Alba is a MAEC-appointed sworn translator-interpreter (Commission No. 8981), and her translations are accepted by Spanish Consulates worldwide and by Spanish administrations throughout Spain. The digitally signed and stamped PDF is the standard format for official submission. Read more about digital sworn translation acceptance in Spain →
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What if I am not sure which documents need translation?
Send what you have and ask. Alba can advise on which documents need sworn translation and which do not before the work begins. You can also check the guide to which documents need sworn translation for Spain for a starting point.