Journal
Articles on document translation
We break down apostilles, legalization, and country-specific requirements — based on real orders.
Articles: 13
Driving licence in Poland: a case of exchanging a Russian licence
For a foreigner with residence in Poland, a Russian licence is valid only for a limited time. We walk through the exchange: sworn translation, authenticity check and why the wait can be long.
Georgia: registering as an individual entrepreneur and opening a bank account — which translations the Public Service Hall requires
Registering as an individual entrepreneur in Georgia takes a day if the documents are in order. We look at which translations the Public Service Hall needs and what banks ask for on top.
Inheritance abroad: a case that needed documents from three countries at once
The father lived in Spain, the flat is in Russia, the heirs are in Germany and Russia. We explain how to put together a file for the notary when each certificate is issued in its own country and language.
Translating a passport for a visa: a step-by-step guide
What exactly is translated in a passport, whether an apostille is needed, and how long it usually takes.
How long a notarised translation is valid
The translation itself has no expiry date — but the document it accompanies often does. We explain the difference.
Diploma nostrification in the Czech Republic: what to translate in advance
The list of documents for the nostrification of a Russian diploma in the Czech Republic, and at which stage a translation is needed.
One letter in a surname got the whole document package rejected
Why a translator is obliged to ask how your name is spelled in your international passport, and what happens when they do not. A real case involving visas to Spain.
Notarised translation of a power of attorney: a case of revoked authority
The power of attorney was translated and certified flawlessly, but by the time of submission it was no longer in force. Learning to read a power of attorney through the eyes of whoever will accept it abroad.
Consent for a child to travel: common mistakes in translation and formatting
Border guards and consulates read travel consent especially closely. We have collected the mistakes that have had families turned back at the airport and refused visas.
How a translator binds the translation to the document, and why it matters
Staple, stitching, to the original or to a copy — the binding method determines whether your translation is accepted. We go through the three options using specific documents.
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