Bilingual Notarial Deed (Spanish and English)

It is a public document authorized by a notary that is drafted simultaneously in Spanish (official language) and English, incorporating both versions in the same document. The notary certifies that both have the same content and legal validity.

Yes, it has full legal validity in Spain. The Spanish version is official according to the Notarial Law, but the English version is certified by the notary as concordant, so both are valid.

Virtually any act: notarial powers of attorney, real estate purchases, company formations, wills, prenuptial agreements, contracts, notarial deeds, etc. Ask about your specific case.

Between 3 and 5 business days from providing complete documentation until the draft is ready. The timeframe depends on the complexity of the act and notary availability.

Yes, notarial fees are higher due to the additional work of bilingual drafting and concordance certification. Approximately 30-50% more. The savings come from avoiding subsequent sworn translation. Request a quote.

Yes, the English version certified by the Spanish notary is valid. For some procedures abroad, an additional Hague Apostille may be required, but not sworn translation.

Primarily Spanish-English due to majority demand. Some notaries also offer French, German, or Italian. Availability depends on the notary's specialization. Ask us about other languages.

Yes, it is recommended and common practice. The notary sends the draft in both languages for review. You can request modifications before the final signing.

There shouldn't be any; the notary certifies they are concordant. If any unintentional discrepancy were detected, the Spanish version would prevail as the official language according to Spanish notarial regulations.

Yes, many notaries offer electronic signature via video conference for bilingual documents, especially useful if you're outside Spain. The notary verifies your identity and you authorize the document digitally.