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Can I translate my freelance contract myself for the DTV application, or do I need a certified translator?
Hi! I was wondering (as a freelancer), I have a contract written in Spanish that needs to be translated for the DTV application. Would it be fine to do the translation myself since I'm bilingual, or should I go through an official translator? The cost with a certified professional would be around $300 to $400 for 7 pages, so it will be helpful to know how did you manage to do it. Cheers!
Answer summary
The query is about whether a freelancer can translate their own contract into English for the DTV application, considering the cost of hiring a certified translator. Responses indicate that while some embassies may accept self-translations, it ultimately depends on the specific embassy's requirements. Several community members shared experiences where self-translations were accepted or suggested using a brief English cover letter with the original documents. Overall, it seems self-translation is feasible, but the applicant should confirm with the relevant embassy.
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Karen *************
I applied with Spanish bank statements but put the cover letter in English explaining the most important information and it seemed ok
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OP@Karen ************
thank you! From where did you apply?Karen *************
Participante anónimo I applied from Hanoi. It was very fast, applied Monday night and by Friday I got the approval, no additional documents requested
Anonymous *************
OP@Karen ************
OK thank you! Indeed, it was really fast!Andi ***********
Where are you applying? Self translations are widely accepted. I used chatgpt for translation.
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OP@Andi **********
hi! I might be in Jakarta when applying.Andi ***********
Anonymous participant Self translation is accepted there.
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OP@Andi **********
ok great thank you!Assara *****************
It depends on the embassy you apply to. Normally, documents must be in Thai or English. Some embassies accept your own translation, but some don’t.
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OP@Assara ****************
I was thinking in applying in south East Asia! Jakarta maybe
Klaus ********
I applied in the thai embassy in Germany with a German work contract. No need for translation. So I guess if you apply in Spain for your visa then you probably don't need a translation. The other option would be to get a English version of your contract from your employer.
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OP@Klaus *******
thanks! I wouldn't be in Spain, surely south East-Asia, Jakarta maybe ?? But not in Europe...Activity
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