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1. Why You Need Certified Translations for USCIS
When submitting documents to USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services), every non-English document must include a certified English translation. That means Spanish-language documents — whether issued in Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, or Spain — are not accepted on their own.
USCIS does not accept:
- Translations done by the applicant
- Incomplete translations
- Documents without a proper certificate of accuracy
If your translation doesn’t meet USCIS standards, your case may be delayed, returned, or even denied.
2. Which Spanish Documents Require Translation?
The following are the most commonly translated Spanish documents for immigration purposes:
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Divorce decrees
- Academic records and diplomas
- Police clearance certificates
- Affidavits or sworn statements
- Medical or vaccination records
- Financial or employment documents
These documents are often required during:
- Green card applications
- Asylum or refugee claims
- Sponsorship petitions
- Student or work visa processing
- Naturalization (citizenship) procedures
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3. What Does USCIS Consider a “Certified Translation”?
USCIS defines a certified translation as:
“A complete and accurate English translation of the foreign-language document, with a signed certification from the translator stating that they are competent to translate and that the translation is accurate.”
In other words, the translation must:
- Include every word, stamp, seal, and handwritten note
- Be translated exactly as written (no summaries)
- Be accompanied by a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy
⚠️ A notarized translation is not required by USCIS (though some other agencies may request notarization separately).
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4. Mistakes to Avoid When Translating Spanish Documents
To ensure your documents are accepted without delays, avoid the following errors:
❌ Using AI or Google Translate
Automated tools may mistranslate critical legal terminology and lack the human judgment needed for certified accuracy.
❌ Leaving Out Stamps, Signatures, or Annotations
Even marginal notes or official seals must be translated and presented properly in the English version.
❌ Submitting Without Certification
Without the signed certificate, USCIS will consider the document incomplete.
❌ Translating the Document Yourself
Even fluent bilingual speakers cannot translate their own documents for USCIS.
These simple mistakes cause thousands of rejections every year. That’s why working with a professional translation service is the safest route.
5. Where to Get a Reliable Spanish to English Certified Translation
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- Certified translations accepted by USCIS, NVC, embassies, and universities
- 24–48 hour turnaround
- Clear pricing — from $25 per page
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- Delivery in PDF format with a signed certificate of accuracy
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6. Conclusion and Next Steps
If your documents are in Spanish and you’re applying to USCIS, don’t take risks. A small translation error or missing certification could derail your entire case.
✅ Choose a service that understands USCIS requirements
✅ Make sure your Spanish documents are translated completely and professionally
✅ Always include a signed certificate of accuracy
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