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By Virginia Pérez Román BA GDL MCIL CL / November 5, 2020

Virginia Pérez Román

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Translating academic documents—like diplomas, tr

Translating academic documents—like diplomas, transcripts, diploma supplements or course descriptions—might seem simple at first, but for sworn translators, it’s a highly specialised and demanding task.

👩‍🎓One of the key challenges lies in the technical terminology. Fields such as medicine, biology, physics, or geology often include highly specific course titles and subject matter that require more than just fluency in two languages—they demand subject knowledge or thorough research by the translator.

Just like in legal translation, academic translation involves navigating between two different systems—such as the UK and Spanish educational frameworks. Concepts like degree classifications, module structures, or credit systems don’t always align neatly. The translator must establish whether certain items should be translated or a translator's note should be added instead in order to ensure understanding and recognition by the recipient institution or authority.

📧If you need a sworn English/Spanish translation of your academic documents, reach us at info@vprspanishtranslations.com

#studyinspain

#workinspain #liveinspain #spanishvisa #spanishcitizenship #extranjería #abogadosdeinmigración #abogadosdeextranjería #traductorjurado #traductorjuradoinglés #swornspanishtranslator

Este curso no pude asistir a todas las clases y me

Este curso no pude asistir a todas las clases y me perdí los exámenes para el B 1.1. Hoffentlich nächtes Jahr!

#lenguaalemana #deutschlernen #germanlernen

On the edge of burnout. As a sworn Spanish tran

On the edge of burnout.

As a sworn Spanish translator, the pressure can be relentless—especially when clients need urgent work and saying “no” feels like letting them down.

This week has been particularly intense: a heavy load of medical documents and employment and contractor agreements, back to back.

I love what I do, but sometimes the pace is overwhelming and I realise I am not even breathing...

Have a good weekend.

#swornspanishtranslator #traductorjurado #translatorslife #spanishvisas #spanishcitizenship #movetospain

As sworn translators, we also work with medical do

As sworn translators, we also work with medical documents of all kinds — including DNA test reports.

🧬Recently, I translated a DNA report for use in Spain in order to prove paternity for registering a civil partnership.

🧬These documents may look simple at first glance, but they often contain complex medical and technical terminology that requires precision and care. Translating genetic markers, and probability indexes is no small task — and accuracy is essential when the outcome of a procedure may depend on the wording of a single sentence.

Need a sworn Spanish translation of your DNA test results or other medical documents?

I provide official sworn translations of DNA test reports from English to Spanish, accepted by Spanish authorities for a variety of legal and administrative procedures.

Whether you need the translation for citizenship applications, immigration procedures, family reunification, registering a civil partnership and / or proving paternity, I ensure your documents meet all the formal requirements in Spain.

My translations are certified, signed, and stamped by me as a sworn translator appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

📧Contact me at info@vprspanishtranslations.com for more information or a free quote.

#medicaltranslation #traducciónmédica #liveinspain
#movetospain #swornspanishtranslator #traductorjurado
#traductorjuradoinglés #legaltranslation #ADN #DNA #paternitytest

Feeling grateful today! 🙏🏻 A client just wr

Feeling grateful today! 🙏🏻

A client just wrote to me:

“Thank you so much. I have no doubt that we shall be using your services again over the coming years. Please don't retire!”

At a time when many are talking about AI taking over translators, it’s humbling (and honestly heartwarming) to know that human connection and expertise still matter. Not planning to retire anytime soon — there are still so many documents waiting to be translated!

Thank you to all my clients for your trust and loyalty. I don't take it for granted. You’re the reason we keep going (and not retiring)! It’s a privilege to keep supporting you year after year.

#traductorjurado #swornspanishtranslator #legalspanishtranslator #spanishlegaltranslator #traduccionesjuradas #extranjería #abogadosdeinmigración #abogadosdeextranjería #traductorjuradoinglés #visitspain #britsinspain #spanishvisas #spanishcitizenship

Today is Labour Day — and I’m working as usual

Today is Labour Day — and I’m working as usual!

I am handling sworn translations for urgent legal and administrative formalities in Spain, including applications for Spanish citizenship.

If you need a sworn English–Spanish translation delivered promptly, feel free to reach out.

#swornspanishtranslator
#soletrader #labourday #traductorjurado #spanishvisa #visaforspain #leydememoriademocratica #extranjería #abogadosdeextranjeria #abogadosdeinmigración #soletraderlife #diadeltrabajador

Off-topic, but not quite (see further below). Gro

Off-topic, but not quite (see further below).

Growing up in La Palma — home to some of the clearest skies in the world — stargazing was simply part of life. 🔭

This year, with the Starmus Festival being held here, we knew we couldn't miss it. Especially with my sister being an astrophysicist, it felt like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to share this experience together.

We attended lectures by Nobel Prize winners, including the unforgettable Jane Goodall, and listened to some of the world’s most brilliant minds speak about the universe, our planet, and the future of science. 👩🏻‍🚀☄️🚀

Topics ranged from artificial intelligence to the latest volcanic eruption in La Palma, showing how science shapes every aspect of our lives.

Events like Starmus remind us how importantl it is to make science accessible — not just to specialists, but to all of us who are curious about the world we live in.

Only English was used. The only issue was that AI was used for interpreting. It is great that the use of interpreting is considered for these events (in order to attract more locals) but humans would have done a far better job.

@starmus , thank you!

#Starmus #lapalma #translator #swornspanishtranslator #janegoodall #humaninterpreters

One of the most rewarding parts of my work is help

One of the most rewarding parts of my work is helping applicants navigate the process of acquiring Spanish citizenship under the Ley de Memoria Democrática. Many of the sworn translations I produce for this purpose include deeply personal and historical documents — ship manifests, immigration records, and birth certificates dating back to the early 20th century.

What makes these translations especially meaningful to me is the maritime connection. I am particularly fond of working with old ship manifests, which often list the names of vessels, ports of embarkation and arrival, occupations of passengers, and even technical details of the ships themselves.

I have always been drawn to vessel terminology. Some of our favorites include:

"Salonboy" – a young steward who attended to passengers in the ship’s saloon or dining area.

"Messboy" – a crew member who served meals and maintained the crew’s dining quarters.

"Donkyman" – the crewman in charge of operating and maintaining the donkey engine, a small auxiliary steam engine used for lifting cargo and assisting in ship operations.

If you need help with sworn translations for your Spanish citizenship application, and especially if your family history includes maritime records, I will be honored to help.

info@vprspanishtranslations.com

#leydememoriademocratica #spanishcitizenship #traductorjurado #swornspanishtranslator
#traductorjuradoingles #extranjería #abogadosdeextranjeria
#abogadosdeinmigración de inmigración

This envelope containing a sworn translation is bo

This envelope containing a sworn translation is bound for London. The translation will be used as part of legal formalities for registering divorce proceedings in Spain.

🏃🏻‍♀️🚶🏻‍♀️Thanks to new regulations on electronic signatures for sworn translations—and the growing acceptance by Spanish authorities—our trips to the post office are now few and far between!

🔏Digital sworn translations are a faster, more convenient option.

But don’t worry: if you prefer a hard copy, we’re still happy to send one your way. 🚚📪

#sworntranslation #traducciónjurada #digitallysigned #traducciónjuradadigital #legaltranslation #spainlegaldocs #swornspanishtranslator #divorceintheuk

Wrapping up the last few sworn translation request

Wrapping up the last few sworn translation requests before the Easter break.

Visa applications, civil registry procedures… it's that time of year when everyone’s tying up loose ends before the holidays.

If you need a certified / sworn English-Spanish or Spanish-English translation for official paperwork in Spain or an English speaking country, now’s the time to get it sorted!

📩 info@vprspanishtranslations.com

#spanishvisa #visaparaelreinounido #swornspanishtranslator #traductorjuradoingles #certifiedspanishtranslator #legalspanishtranslator #immigration #abogadosdeinmigración
#extranjería

This week, I worked from València, a city that ha

This week, I worked from València, a city that has always fascinated me with its rich heritage and the unique charm of the Levante español. Walking along the Passeig Marítim and through its streets in Russafa and feeling its vibrant energy is always a pleasure.

However, being here has also made me more aware of the impact of the recent DANA that hit this wonderful region. The heavy rains left significant challenges, and there is still much to do in the recovery efforts.

Organisations like Cruz Roja Valencia and Banco de Alimentos de Valencia are doing essential work to support those in need.

Let’s support the communities that make this region so special. 💙

#valencia #spanishtranslator #traductorjurídico #traductorjurado #visitspain #spanishvisa #swornspanishtranslator

📝Los traductores jurídicos estamos acostumbrad

📝Los traductores jurídicos estamos acostumbrados a traducir, entre otros documentos procesales, informes periciales que recogen dictámenes de expertos en distintas materias peritadas. ¿Pero y si nos encargan a nosotros redactar un informe pericial?

📝En este caso, la labor del perito traductor puede ser estudiar una traducción impugnada por una de las partes a otra que la ha presentado como prueba (por ejemplo, una cláusula contractual o una reivindicación en una patente) para determinar si es correcta y fiel al original.

📚Hay muy poca formación especializada en enseñar a elaborar este tipo de informes.

➡️¿Alguna vez te han encargado redactar un informe pericial sobre una traducción?

#traductorjurídico #traductorjurado #swornspanishtranslator #informepericial #peritotraductor #traductorjuradoingles #traduccionesjurídicas #pruebapericial

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