Italy is a place that attracts not only tourists but also people who want to settle there permanently. What’s more, the Italian market is often attractive to people importing goods (such as cars) into other destination countries. That’s why it’s worth finding out how certified translations, which are necessary in such situations, work there. In…
Google Translate is one of the most recognisable and popular online translation tools in the world. Thousands of users rely on it every day. While it works well enough for simple translations for personal use, things get complicated when it comes to professional translations of documents such as texts containing medical data, court judgments, or…
We continue with the topic of certified translations, i.e. translations certified as conforming to the original. Today I’ll focus on how this issue looks in another European country – Iceland. To become a sworn translator in Iceland, one must pass an exam set out in the regulations of the Ministry of Justice Act of 20…
Back-Translation – Characteristics and Benefits Although „back-translation” is not a widely used term among Polish translators, most of them use it – more or less consciously. If you need to ensure the high quality of the texts you translate, or fulfil all legal requirements, this method of translation will help you do exactly that. What…
Are you abroad and need a sworn translation (e.g. of a birth certificate, vehicle registration document, or lease agreement)? Keep in mind that translation rules differ almost from country to country. Even among European countries, applicable standards can vary. If you are in France and need a document translated, there are a few important points…
In a translator’s work, there are often situations where payment for services rendered is significantly delayed. What should you do in that case? How do you solve this problem? Find out what payment ethics is and how it works in the translation industry! The financial situation of a translatorIt’s no secret that the volume of…
Certified translations are one of the most frequently needed services when dealing with matters abroad. Denmark is no exception, and today we’ll take a closer look at how sworn translations work there. In Denmark, the profession of sworn translator („translatør”) is regulated, and translators must pass a state authorisation exam to obtain their qualifications. Importantly,…
You probably know that translating documents such as e.g. ✅️a birth certificate copy, ✅️a vehicle registration document, or a lease agreement requires not only translation by a sworn translator, but also confirmation that the translation conforms to the original. Only an authorised person may do this! This type of translation is called a certified translation,…
Are you staying abroad and need a sworn translation (e.g. of a birth certificate, vehicle registration document, or a flat lease agreement)? Keep in mind that translation rules differ in almost every country. Even among European countries, the applicable standards can vary. If you are in Belgium and need to have a document translated, there…
Translations for the Real Estate Industry Translations can vary greatly depending on a company’s needs or the specifics of a given market. Translations for the real estate industry are one such specific type. The requirements and specifications of such documents mean that the most sensible solution is to use the services of a professional translation…
If you run a business abroad, or simply live there, you may encounter a situation where you need to submit Polish documents. In that case, you need the help of a sworn translator. But a question arises: will a sworn translation made in one country also be recognised outside its borders? How does this work…
Running a business on a foreign market requires an entrepreneur to develop a separate growth strategy. Creating one requires not only knowledge of a country’s statistics, but also of its prevailing culture and realities. To make a written text, a recording, a video game or a film script popular abroad, translating the text is not…
In life we sometimes encounter situations where we need a translation from one foreign language into another foreign language. In that case we have two options. We can rely on the help of a person fluent in both foreign languages, or use the help of two translators, each working within a different language. What should…
In today’s society there is a very common belief that a translator is simply someone who is very good at a foreign language. Of course, a perfect command of the language is essential in this profession, but it should not be the only criterion when choosing a translator. It is also crucial for the person…
Although for many drivers a car accident and a collision are synonyms, there are many differences between these two types of road incidents. What unites them, however, is one thing: they can certainly be a major source of stress. So how should we proceed when a fender-bender happens to us? What’s the difference between an…
Legal translation, including the translation of European Union legal acts, is a field that requires a translator to have very extensive knowledge and linguistic precision. Official EU texts must be rendered in accordance with institutional requirements, maintaining appropriate vocabulary and punctuation. Even a small error in the text can carry serious legal consequences. The role…
When thinking about rendering a text from one language into another, we usually think of translation. Sometimes, however, translating the text alone is not enough for it to be effective, understandable, and to fulfil the same role as it did in the source language. In such situations, what we need is localization. What is localization?…
Not everyone knows that the country with its capital in Amsterdam is officially called… the Netherlands (Nederland). Although in everyday speech many people call it „Holland”, that is not strictly correct – Holland is only a region of the country. The official language is Dutch (Nederlands). So should translations be made into „Hollandic”? Dutch? Or…
Recently I told you about certified translations in Liechtenstein and Lithuania. Today we move on to Luxembourg. Under the rules adopted in this country, only a person entered on the list kept by the Ministry of Justice may be called a sworn translator. The list of Polish sworn translators in Luxembourg can be checked on…
The topic of sworn translations is one you particularly enjoy, so I’m returning to it once again. Today we’ll look at a country close to Polish history – Hungary 😊 It’s worth knowing that the institution of sworn translator does not exist in Hungary. So who is responsible for producing certified translations of documents? The…
Technological progress touches many areas of our lives, and translation is no exception. One element of this development is blockchain, which is mostly associated with the world of cryptocurrencies. Find out what blockchain in translation actually is and exactly how it works in this field. What is blockchain? Blockchain is a kind of digital ledger…
Certified translations are translated documents needed to handle ✅official or ✅procedural matters. Sometimes we need them translated from another language – which is why it’s so important to know how this process looks in other countries. Today under the microscope 🔍🔍🔍 is Slovenia. In the Republic of Slovenia, sworn translator is not a profession but…
Once again we return to the topic of certified translations and how they work in different countries around the world. Today we move to Germany. In Germany, as in ✅Luxembourg or ✅the Netherlands, a sworn translator must be approved by a court. Only in this way is a translator authorised to translate official documents. There…
Today I’m back with the topic of certified translations. Under the microscope is another country, namely… Sweden. A sworn translator in Sweden is a person who has passed a state exam and thereby obtained authorisation to practise the profession. The work of Swedish sworn translators is governed by specific rules. Those authorised to practise the…
Today we return to the topic of 👉 certified translations. Do you remember what certified translations are? They are simply a professional translation of official or procedural documents, combined with a certification of their conformity with the original. In Latvia, the profession of sworn translator does not formally exist. So who carries out these translations?…
I am delighted to share that my company, Avista Translations & Consulting, has received the „Trusted Company 2022” certificate. This certificate was awarded in recognition of an impeccable online reputation, professionalism and business merit, and – perhaps above all – for the exemplary quality of the services provided and an outstanding approach to clients. I…