Sworn Translation of a National Identity Card, Foreigner’s Identity Card or Passport

The Sworn Translation of a National Identity Card, Foreigner’s Identity Card or Passport is essential for almost any process in Spain when said documentation is written in a different language to the official language of the intended country.

Official Sworn Translation

An Official Sworn Translation is a special translation that can only be carried out by an official Sworn Translator authorised by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who will stamp the translation making it 100% valid throughout Spain.

National Identity Card, Foreigner’s Identity Card or Passport

A National Identity Card (DNI) is the document that proves the identity, personal details and Spanish nationality of a citizen of Spain, within Spain. They are issued from the General Police Department (Ministry of Internal Affairs) for all those citizens with Spanish nationality.

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A Foreigner’s Identification Number, (NIE), is the document that proves the identity, personal details and nationality of a non-Spanish foreign citizen, within Spain. It is granted from the Foreign Nationals Office of the General Police Department to foreigners with the authorisation to remain in Spain. It is compulsory to always carry it.

A Passport is a document with international validity that identifies the holder and allows them to enter or exit the country.

Do I need a Sworn Translation of my National Identity Card, Foreigner’s Identity Card or Passport?

You will need a Sworn Translation of your DNI, NIE, or Passport if you require it for a procedure in Spain and it is written in another language that is not Spanish.

In any event, always communicate with the body or administration that requests it to establish if a Sworn Translation of your DNI, NIE or Passport is essential.

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