Sworn Translation of Birth, Marriage & Death Certificates for Spain

Civil certificates I translate

The exact name and format of a civil-status document varies between jurisdictions. I translate official certificates and equivalent civil-register documents written in English or Spanish, subject to reviewing the document and the requirements of the receiving authority.

• Certificates of civil status and certificates of no impediment, where applicable
• Civil partnership certificates, where applicable
• Other equivalent official civil-register documents issued in English or Spanish

Birth Certificate Sworn Translation

A sworn translation into Spanish may be requested when a birth certificate written in English is submitted to a Spanish authority or institution. Depending on the procedure, it may relate to residence, nationality, marriage, study, an administrative application or another matter. Whether a translation is required depends on the authority and the circumstances; a birth certificate does not always need a sworn translation or an apostille.

I can review a birth certificate written in English and confirm a quote for a sworn translation into Spanish, regardless of the country in which the certificate was issued.

Marriage Certificate Sworn Translation

A Spanish authority or institution may ask for a sworn Spanish translation of a marriage certificate written in English. Possible contexts include Civil Registry matters, residence or nationality applications, family procedures, inheritance matters and other administrative processes. The specific requirements depend on the receiving authority and procedure.

I translate marriage certificates issued in any country when they are written in English and fall within my English–Spanish sworn translation service.

Death Certificate Sworn Translation

A sworn translation of a death certificate may be requested for inheritance or succession matters, banks, insurance, registry records, notarial procedures or other administrative matters in Spain. Requirements vary according to the institution and case.

I translate death certificates and equivalent civil-status records written in English, regardless of the country of issue. Send a clear copy so I can review the document and confirm the quote and delivery details.

Civil certificates from other countries

I translate civil certificates written in English regardless of the country in which they were issued. Documents may come from Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, India, Nigeria, South Africa or another jurisdiction. These are examples, not a limit on the service; the document must be written in English and suitable for the English–Spanish combination.

Different countries use different certificate names, formats and civil-registration systems. I review the document itself rather than assuming that every jurisdiction issues the same categories of certificate.

Spanish civil certificates translated into English

I can also translate Spanish birth, marriage and death certificates, as well as equivalent documents issued by the Spanish Civil Registry, into English when required. Acceptance outside Spain is not automatic: requirements depend on the authority or institution receiving the translation, the country and the procedure. Please check the required format and any legalisation requirements with the recipient.

Does my certificate need an apostille?

Whether an apostille or other legalisation is needed depends on the country of issue, the document, the receiving authority, the procedure and the rules that apply to the case. An apostille is not always required, and it is not safe to assume that it is never required. A sworn translation does not replace an apostille or legalisation where one is required. Check the document requirements with the authority that will receive it.

Can I send a PDF or scan?

Yes. To review the certificate and prepare a quote, you can send a clear PDF, scan or digital copy by email or WhatsApp. The issuing authority may require the original document or a particular certified format for the underlying procedure. Do not assume that a printout or digital copy will be accepted in place of an original; confirm this with the recipient, especially for electronic certificates or electronic apostilles.

How it works

Direct service from Sergio Boix Mira

Sergio Boix Mira is a Spanish Sworn Translator-Interpreter of English, No. 4473, appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He has more than 20 years of professional experience and provides a direct, personal service for clients in Spain and abroad. Each document is reviewed individually, and the quote and delivery details are confirmed before the work begins.

Request a quote

Send a clear copy of the certificate and, if you know it, tell me which authority or procedure it is for. I will review it and confirm the price, delivery time and format.