{"id":25991599,"date":"2026-01-19T10:21:32","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:21:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.betranslated.es\/?page_id=25991599"},"modified":"2026-01-19T12:26:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T12:26:32","slug":"acro-criminal-record-translation-to-spanish","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.betranslated.es\/en\/translation-services\/sworn-translation\/acro-criminal-record-translation-to-spanish\/","title":{"rendered":"ACRO Criminal Record Translation to Spanish"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ACRO Criminal Record Translation to Spanish for Visa Applications | Sworn &amp; Official<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Securing a <strong>Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV)<\/strong> or the <strong>Digital Nomad Visa<\/strong> for Spain requires official proof of a clean criminal record. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At BeTranslated, our <a data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil-url-old=\"aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmV0cmFuc2xhdGVkLmVzL2VuL3N3b3JuLXRyYW5zbGF0aW9uLw==\" href=\"https:\/\/www.betranslated.es\/en\/translation-services\/sworn-translation\">sworn translation services<\/a> provide the legally required <strong>Traducci\u00f3n Jurada of your ACRO Criminal Record Certificate<\/strong>\u2014accepted by all Spanish Consulates in <strong>London<\/strong>, <strong>Manchester<\/strong>, and <strong>Edinburgh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based in the heart of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.betranslated.es\/en\/translation-services-in-valencia\/\">Valencia<\/a>, we understand the urgency of visa deadlines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team works exclusively with <strong>MAEC-certified sworn translators<\/strong> to ensure your certificate is legally valid from the moment it reaches Spanish immigration authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Expert Tip:<\/strong> Your ACRO certificate must be dated within 3 to 6 months of submission, depending on the visa type. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.betranslated.es\/en\/translation-quote\/\"><strong>Check your deadline with us today.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of MAEC Certification for ACRO Translations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spanish immigration law is strict: any foreign criminal record check\u2014including UK-issued ACRO certificates\u2014must be accompanied by a <strong>sworn translation (Traducci\u00f3n Jurada)<\/strong> performed by a translator officially registered with Spain\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAEC). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Standard certified translations are <strong>not accepted<\/strong> for visa applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At BeTranslated, we only assign your document to <a data-wpil=\"url\" data-wpil-url-old=\"aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmV0cmFuc2xhdGVkLmVzL2VuL3N3b3JuLXRyYW5zbGF0aW9uLw==\" href=\"https:\/\/www.betranslated.es\/en\/translation-services\/sworn-translation\">MAEC-authorised linguists<\/a> who preserve every detail\u2014names, dates, police seals, and even the Apostille\u2014with legal precision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This ensures seamless processing at the consulate and avoids costly delays or rejections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need to Know Before Submitting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your ACRO certificate must include an <strong>Hague Apostille<\/strong> from the UK FCDO before translation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Both the front and back of the document must be translated, including stamps, watermarks, and the Apostille itself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only the <strong>ACRO Police Certificate for overseas use<\/strong> is accepted\u2014not standard DBS checks\u2014for most Spanish residency visas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Translations must be no older than the original document; both should fall within the 3\u20136 month validity window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recognised by All Spanish Consulates and Immigration Offices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our sworn translations carry a unique MAEC registration number, digital signature, and official stamp\u2014making them automatically valid for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spanish Consulates in the UK (London, Edinburgh, Manchester)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oficina de Extranjer\u00eda in Spain (for TIE processing)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional immigration offices handling NLV and Digital Nomad applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We deliver both digital PDFs (eIDAS-compliant) and physical copies, depending on your submission method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Calle Dr. Ferran, 13, 46021 Valencia, Espa\u00f1a<br><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:en@betranslated.com\">en@betranslated.com<\/a><br><strong>Phone\/WhatsApp:<\/strong> <a href=\"tel:+34651309024\">+34 651 309 024<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betranslated.es\/en\/translation-quote\/\">GET A SWORN TRANSLATION QUOTE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. How long is an ACRO translation valid for in Spain?<\/strong><br>Most Spanish Consulates require both the original ACRO certificate and its sworn translation to be no older than 3 to 6 months at the time of visa submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Can you translate a DBS check instead of an ACRO?<\/strong><br>While we can translate a DBS, Spanish immigration authorities almost always require the <em>ACRO Police Certificate for overseas use<\/em>. The DBS is not considered sufficient for visa purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Do I need to translate the back of the certificate?<\/strong><br>Yes. Our sworn translators translate the entire document\u2014including the Apostille, official stamps, and any annotations on the reverse\u2014to ensure full compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Can I send a photo of my ACRO certificate?<\/strong><br>We require a high-resolution scan (PDF or clear JPEG) so that all seals, signatures, and security features are legible. Blurry photos may delay processing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Is your service recognised by the Spanish Consulate in London?<\/strong><br>Absolutely. 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