If you are considering applying for Spanish citizenship, a visa to Spain or any other process through a Spanish Consulate or Spanish Embassy in the United States or abroad, you will need to translate any documents in a foreign language to Spanish. The process for translating documents for the Spanish Consulate is not one that any translator or translation company can do, so it is important to make sure that the company you hire has the ability to carry out the translations correctly. In today’s post, we will discuss the process for translating documents for the Spanish Consulate and common pitfalls to avoid.
Documents submitted to the Spanish Consulate must contain an apostille, if they were issued in a country that is part of the 1961 Hague Convention. The apostille can be obtained from the Department of State where the document was issued. For example, a Florida birth certificate will require an apostille from the Florida Department of State. Once the apostille has been obtained, both the apostille and birth certificate must be translated to Spanish and certified according to the Spanish Consulate’s rules.
While there are many translators and companies that may claim they can translate and certify your document, it is important to know that not all have the ability to do so. CSH Translation translates documents for the Spanish Consulate in Miami on a daily basis and is aware of the requirements. If your documents are submitted to the Consulate without the apostille or without the proper translation, the Consulate will not accept them. This will cause further delay in the process. Sometimes, it can take months to get an appointment at a Consulate, so it is important to ensure you have all of your documents in order before going. Furthermore, applying for an apostille can also take additional time, so it is important to plan ahead.
Whether you need to translate a document or multiple documents for family members, make sure to follow the Consulate’s instructions to ensure your application is not rejected or delayed. It is important to plan ahead, as it can take time to gather all of your paperwork and make sure it is in order prior to your appointment.
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