Official sworn translations of affidavits, statutory declarations, sworn statements and other formal declarations written in English or Spanish, regardless of the country of issue, for use in Spain or abroad.
Sergio Boix Mira is Spanish Sworn Translator of English No. 4473, appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He provides a professional and confidential service for individuals, lawyers, notaries, companies and other professionals.
Formal declarations from different jurisdictions
An affidavit, statutory declaration, sworn statement, Spanish declaración jurada and notarial declaration are not universal equivalents. The correct translation depends on the jurisdiction, issuing authority, form of oath or declaration, person before whom it was made and intended purpose.
Documents may come from the United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Canada, Australia and other English-speaking jurisdictions. Spanish declarations can also be translated into English for use abroad.
Affidavits
An affidavit is generally a written statement confirmed under oath or another solemn form, depending on the jurisdiction. It may be made before a Notary Public, Commissioner for Oaths, solicitor, court officer or another authorised person. The translation faithfully reproduces the wording, deponent’s details, statements and formal endorsements shown in the document.
Statutory declarations
A statutory declaration is a formal declaration made under the applicable law of a jurisdiction. It should not automatically be treated as identical to a Spanish declaración jurada. Its legal basis, prescribed wording and intended use must be considered in the translation.
Sworn statements and declaraciones juradas
Sworn statement is a broad descriptive category that may cover different documents in different countries and procedures. Likewise, the Spanish expression declaración jurada does not by itself identify the same legal instrument everywhere. The source document and its context determine the terminology.
Commissioners for Oaths and Notaries Public
Commissioner for Oaths is translated according to the office’s function in the relevant jurisdiction; there is no single rigid Spanish equivalent. A foreign Notary Public should not automatically be equated with a Spanish notario, as their qualifications and powers may differ substantially.
Documents covered
- Affidavits and statements made under oath.
- Statutory declarations.
- Sworn statements and statements under oath.
- Formal declarations and Spanish declaraciones juradas.
- Notarised declarations and documents bearing formal attestations.
- Declarations concerning identity, residence, marital status or personal circumstances.
- Declarations connected with corporate, inheritance or property matters.
- Supporting sworn statements and formal statements filed in official procedures.
- Witness statements where they are formally declarative and the work does not primarily belong to the court-document service.
Common uses
These documents may be used in court and family proceedings, immigration or residence applications, citizenship matters, probate, notarial procedures, corporate matters, banking transactions and administrative files. Whether a sworn translation is required always depends on the procedure and receiving authority.
Related documents may be covered by the dedicated services for powers of attorney, court and divorce documents, corporate documents or inheritance and probate.
Spanish declarations translated into English
Spanish declaraciones juradas, relevant notarial acts or declarations, formal statements and other declarative documents can be translated into English for administrative, notarial or court procedures abroad. Requirements should be checked with the receiving authority before the translation is commissioned.
English affidavits and declarations for Spain
UK and US affidavits, statutory declarations, sworn statements and notarised declarations can be translated into Spanish for use in Spain when the procedure requires a sworn translation. The translation does not alter the nature or legal effect of the source document.
Apostille and legalisation
An apostille or legalisation and a sworn translation are separate matters. The need for an apostille depends on the signature or authority shown on the document, the issuing jurisdiction and the intended procedure. Where the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961 applies, it is advisable to confirm whether the apostille should be obtained before translation.
Quote from a PDF, scan or photograph
You can request a quote by sending a PDF, scan or clear photographs of every page. A legible digital copy is usually sufficient to assess and prepare the translation, although the receiving authority may later require the original, a certified copy or other formalities.
Confidential and accurate handling
Documents are handled confidentially, with close attention to names, dates, offices, solemn wording, signatures, seals, attestations and schedules. Legal distinctions in the source are preserved without assigning equivalences that the document does not support.
How it works
- Send the document. Provide a PDF, scan or clear photographs and state the country and receiving authority.
- Receive a quote and timescale. The price, turnaround and delivery method are confirmed before work begins.
- Sworn translation and review. The document is translated and checked with its jurisdiction, wording and purpose in mind.
- Delivery. You receive the sworn translation in the agreed format and, where required, the paper original.
An urgent turnaround may be available where length, legibility and current capacity allow.
Frequently asked questions
What is an affidavit?
It is a written statement confirmed under oath or another solemn form under the applicable jurisdiction. Its format and effect vary by country and procedure.
What is a statutory declaration?
It is a formal declaration made under the law of a jurisdiction. Its prescribed wording, authority and purpose determine how it should be translated.
Are an affidavit and a declaración jurada the same?
Not necessarily. They may serve similar purposes, but they are not universal equivalents and must be understood in their legal context.
Do you translate UK affidavits?
Yes. UK affidavits are translated with regard to their wording, the person before whom they were made and their intended use.
Do you translate US affidavits?
Yes. The translation takes account of the relevant state, authority, notarial certificate and other features of the document.
Do you translate statutory declarations?
Yes. They are translated according to their text and context without automatically converting them into a particular Spanish legal form.
Do you translate Spanish declaraciones juradas into English?
Yes. They can be translated for use abroad; requirements should be checked with the receiving authority.
Do you translate notarial declarations?
Yes, where the document is written in English or Spanish. Terminology is adapted to the relevant notarial system and purpose.
Do I need a sworn translation of an affidavit?
That depends on the procedure and receiving authority. In Spain, a sworn translation is commonly requested when a foreign document is to have official use.
Does it need an apostille?
That depends on the signature, authority, country of origin and procedure. An apostille is separate from the sworn translation.
Can I send a PDF?
Yes. You can also send a scan or clear photographs of every page to request a quote.
Do you need the original document?
Not always for the translation work, but the receiving authority may require it to complete the procedure.
How long does the translation take?
The timescale depends on length, complexity and legibility. It is confirmed with the quote before work begins.
Is an urgent service available?
It may be available depending on length and capacity. Please state your deadline when requesting the quote.
Can the translation be used in court or administrative proceedings?
A sworn translation can be submitted in official procedures, but the competent authority decides which documents and formalities it accepts.
How do I request a quote?
Send the complete document and state the country, receiving authority and deadline. You will receive a proposal before authorising the work.
Request a quote
Send the document and explain where it will be used. Sergio Boix Mira, Spanish Sworn Translator of English No. 4473, will review it and provide a no-obligation quote.