Below you will find a list of Official French Translators in Colombia.
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Official Translator French - Spanish
Documents in a foreign language that must be presented to the Public Administration (in France and / or Colombia) must necessarily have a translation.
The French Embassy in Bogotá and the Honorary Consular network do not have a translation service for the public, therefore Traductores.co puts at your disposal a list of official french translators endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia.
Guide to Certified French-Spanish Translations in Colombia
If you need an official translation of documents from French to Spanish in Colombia, this guide will be very useful. Here you will find key information about the process, the requirements and where to find sworn translators in Colombia.
When do I need a certified/official translation in Colombia?
In Colombia, official or sworn translation from French to Spanish is mandatory for documents that will be submitted to government, judicial or administrative entities. This includes:
- Academic documents: Diplomas, transcripts, academic records from French institutions that will be validated in Colombia.
- Legal documents: Contracts, powers of attorney, wills, French court rulings that will have legal validity in Colombia.
- Identity documents and marital status: Birth, marriage or death certificates issued in France that will be used in procedures in Colombia.
- Immigration documents: Applications for visas, residence permits or other documents required by Colombian immigration authorities.
Who is authorized to perform official translations in Colombia?
In Colombia, official translations must be carried out by official translators who have been recognised and accredited by the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These professionals have demonstrated their competence in both French and Spanish, as well as their knowledge of the legal requirements for official translations.
How do I find an official French translator in Colombia?
- Translators.co Directory: We publish this list of official French translators here, 1005 free for all parties (translators and clients).
- Translators' Associations.
- French Embassy in Bogotá: The French Embassy in Bogotá may have a list of trusted translators for French documents.
What is the process for obtaining a certified translation in Colombia?
- Contact: Contact the French sworn translator you have selected and explain your needs.
- Sending documents: Provide the translator with the original French documents you need to translate.
- Budget: Request a detailed quote that includes the cost of the translation, estimated delivery time and other additional charges.
- Approval and payment: Once you agree on the estimate, approve the work and make payment.
- Translation and revision: The translator will complete the translation and review it to ensure its accuracy.
- Delivery: The translator will deliver the translated documents to you, duly stamped and signed, with the corresponding certification.
What should I take into account when requesting a certified translation?
- Translator accreditation: Verify that the translator is duly registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Legible documents: Make sure the original documents are in good condition and legible.
- Translation review: Please review the translation carefully for accuracy and completeness.
- Copy of translation: Please keep a copy of the official translation for your records.
We hope that this guide will be of great help to you in obtaining your certified translations from French to Spanish in Colombia. Do not hesitate to contact an official translator from our directory to obtain a quote and resolve your doubts!
