From Manchester to Malaga

The art of literary translation

The production of any translation is a challenge; the translator is required to have an impeccable grasp of often very specific vocabulary and complex grammatical structures of both the document’s original and target languages. The smallest detail, such as a missing accent or letter, is critical to the success of a translation. However, when this ...
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My document has been updated; do I need an official translation again?

My document has been updated; do I need an official translation again? Quite often, documents which are required of you from official bodies have an expiry date. Criminal Records checks and Inhabitant’s Registers are just some examples. This means that you may have to request these documents multiple times and even have them translated multiple ...
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Spain has so many languages! Into what language do I need to translate my documents then?

It is indeed true that in Spain we are blessed with many different languages, some of which are completely unique, and that many of these languages have official status. So, into which language do I need to translate my documents. This question may be very relevant to you if you live, let’s say, in a ...
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Apostilles what are they? Where can I get one? can a sworn translator give me one?

These are some of the most common questions that we get asked here at CBLingua Malaga. If you have been lucky enough to go through life without needing an apostille, getting one can be daunting. An Apostille, to put it simply, it is a document that certifies that the signature of the person who has ...
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Translating a bank statement, do I need an official translator?

If you are translating a bank statement, do you need an official translation? It doesn’t really matter if you are an expat coming to live in Spain or even just a Brit who is doing the necessary paperwork you need in order to stay in Spain after Brexit, one thing you will probably need to ...
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Immigration in Spain

Immigration in Spain Spain has long been a desired location for immigrants, especially Brits. Whether it’s the gorgeous weather, the rich history or the delicious food, around 300,000 British nationals have chosen Spain as their new home. Most of these people are over 65 and have decided to spend their retirement on the sunny coasts ...
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