Question 1

What is a Traducción jurada?

Accepted Answer

A Traducción jurada is a certified translation by a translator appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It is required for official documents such as certificates, contracts, powers of attorney and driving licences.

Question 2

How much does a certified translation cost in Mallorca?

Accepted Answer

Certified translations cost around €30-60 per page (German-Spanish). Complex legal or technical texts may cost more. Urgent translations often carry a 50-100% surcharge.

Question 3

Where can I find an interpreter in Mallorca?

Accepted Answer

Interpreters for notary appointments, court proceedings and medical visits can be found on mallorca.com. Many translators also offer interpreting services. A sworn interpreter (Intérprete jurado) is recommended for official appointments.

Question 4

Do I need a translator in Mallorca?

Accepted Answer

For official documents in Mallorca (property purchase, court documents, marriage), you need a sworn translator (traductor jurado) approved by the Spanish Foreign Ministry. Costs are around €30-60 per page. For everyday matters and administrative errands, informal translation services are often sufficient. Many lawyers and gestorías in Mallorca also offer internal translation.

Question 5

What languages are spoken in Mallorca?

Accepted Answer

Mallorca officially speaks Spanish (Castellano) and Catalan (Mallorquín, the local variant). Catalan is compulsory in schools and the preferred administrative language of the Balearic government. In the tourism sector and along the southwest coast, German and English are widely spoken. In restaurants, shops, and hotels, you can manage well with English and German in most areas.

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