Legal Translation Service

Yes. Our certified translations are accepted by courts, registries and official bodies in EU member states and in countries that are signatories to the Hague Convention. The translation is accompanied by a signed declaration of accuracy and can be further authenticated by notarisation or Apostille as required by the receiving jurisdiction. We always clarify the specific requirements before starting work.

Under Portuguese law, a certified translation is a translation accompanied by a declaration of accuracy signed by the translator or translation company, attesting that the translation faithfully corresponds to the original document. This declaration can be further authenticated by a solicitor or notary. M21Global issues certified translations in compliance with ISO 17100, and our in-house lawyers can provide additional certification when required.

Yes. When the translated document needs to be used in a country that is a signatory to the Hague Convention, we coordinate the Apostille process on behalf of the client. This includes obtaining the Apostille from the relevant Portuguese authority and ensuring that all documentation is properly prepared. This complementary service simplifies the process and reduces the risk of rejections.

In Portugal, certified translation refers to a translation accompanied by a declaration of accuracy by the translator or company. Sworn translation is a concept used in some other countries (such as Brazil, Germany and Spain) where a court-appointed or government-licensed translator provides translations with official standing. M21Global provides certified translations valid under Portuguese law and advises international clients on which type of certification their specific jurisdiction requires.