Sworn translations in more than 25 languages
Official document translation accepted by courts, ministries and authorities worldwide. MAEC-accredited sworn translator network.
What is a sworn translation?
A sworn translation is the result of a rigorous process that we at Orion Translations make easy and straightforward. It is about translating documents for legal purposes, although it does not always have to involve legal issues.
At Orion Translations we perform sworn translations of any document that you may need for your business requirements. We are a team of highly qualified and trained professionals with the capacity to translate documents into more than 25 different languages.
Sworn or certified translation allows your business or company to internationalise from a legal standpoint. By having all your documents translated into other languages, you can register your business in more than one country, and we provide these services within a completely legal framework.
Sworn translation services
Sworn translation services must be carried out by professional translators, because not just any translator can perform these types of translations, these specialists hold a sworn translator degree. At Orion Translations we have certified and highly trained staff for sworn translations, and our service is more than just decoding.
When you translate into a particular language, you must understand the cultural aspects of the country to which you are directing your content, so that it carries the expected meaning in that language.
In the case of a sworn translation, we take into account not only the regional dialects of the target language but also the legal terms of that region. This is the only way to make a legal document truly legally valid and effective internationally.
Who accepts our sworn translations?
In Spain, sworn translations are produced by translators accredited by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAEC), and they are accepted by courts, notaries, universities, banks and government registries throughout the country. For international use, we can arrange notarization or an Apostille where the receiving authority requires it, and we regularly prepare certified documents for immigration processes such as USCIS submissions in the United States. Whatever the destination country, we confirm the exact certification requirements before we start, so your document is accepted the first time.
How the process works
- Send your documents: upload scans through the quote form below or email them to us. Originals are not usually required to begin.
- Receive a fixed quote: within one business day, with the price and delivery date confirmed up front. No hidden costs.
- Accredited translation: a sworn translator produces the translation and applies their official stamp, signature and certification statement.
- Delivery: digital delivery by email, plus physical certified copies by post or courier where the receiving authority requires them.
Documents we translate under oath
A wide variety of documents need to be translated in a legal or sworn manner, these are not always strictly legal texts, though these are the most common.
Sworn translations for companies
While not always for businesses, sworn translations also benefit companies and institutions that wish to have all their documentation legalised and translated. The list of companies that benefit is long: transportation service companies, textile product manufacturing and distribution companies, food and beverage industries, companies in the pharmaceutical area, and digital service companies all rely on certified documentation to operate across borders.
Barcelona-based, working worldwide
Orion Translations has provided sworn and certified translation from Barcelona since 2009, more than 17 years serving companies and individuals across Spain, with offices in Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States. Call us on +34 932 204 590 (Spain), +44 203 885 0793 (UK) or +1 213 459 5446 (US), or request a quote below and we will respond within one business day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- A sworn translation is an official, legally valid translation of a document, performed by a translator officially recognized by a government body (such as a Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Justice) in their country. These translations bear the translator's stamp, signature, and a certification statement, making them legally binding.
- You typically need a sworn translation for official purposes when submitting documents to government authorities, educational institutions, courts, or other official bodies, both domestically and internationally. This ensures the translated document is legally recognized and accepted.
- Yes, our sworn translations are recognized and accepted by authorities and institutions worldwide. We work with sworn translators accredited in various countries, ensuring that the translation meets the specific legal requirements of the destination country.
- You can request a free quote by uploading or emailing your document(s). We will review them, provide a detailed quote, and once approved, our accredited sworn translator will perform the translation. The certified document is then delivered to you.
- Yes, in addition to sworn translations, we can assist with further legalization requirements such as notarization or obtaining an Apostille, if required by the receiving authority. Please mention these needs when requesting your quote.
- Pricing depends on the document type, language pair and urgency, and is confirmed as a fixed quote within one business day, no hidden costs. Standard turnaround is 1-3 business days for typical documents, with rush options available; physical certified copies add courier transit time.