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Sworn Translation for University Admission in Spain

International students applying to a Spanish university or postgraduate programme, and students seeking recognition of foreign qualifications.

Spanish universities require sworn translations of academic documents — transcripts, diplomas, and supporting civil certificates — when admitting students who studied abroad. The translation must be carried out by a MAEC-appointed sworn translator.

When sworn translation is needed

  • When applying directly to a Spanish university with foreign qualifications.
  • When submitting a homologación or equivalencia request to the Ministerio de Educación.
  • When applying for an Erasmus or exchange programme that requires certified documents.

Common documents

About apostille

Academic documents from Hague Convention countries usually require apostille before translation. Some universities and the Ministerio de Educación may require additional legalisation steps.

Requirements depend on the authority and the specific case. Always check the official instructions from the authority handling your procedure. Traducet provides sworn translation — we cannot determine whether your document also needs apostille or legalisation.

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