Translation at a notary
A translator comes with you to the notary for property deals, powers of attorney and declarations involving foreigners.
When a person who does not speak Bulgarian takes part in a notarial transaction, the law requires an interpreter to be present. We provide a sworn translator who comes to the notary with you and interprets the document and the conversation.
When you need a translator
- buying or selling property where a foreigner is involved;
- powers of attorney and declarations signed by a foreigner;
- setting up a company or transferring shares;
- other notarial acts where one of the parties does not speak Bulgarian.
How it works
We agree the day and time with you and with the notary. If possible, send us the documents in advance – the translator reviews them and interprets more confidently on the day. During the transaction they interpret the content of the document and the notary’s questions, and then sign as the translator.
If the document also needs a written translation – for example a power of attorney to be used abroad – we prepare the translation, the certification of the translator’s signature and, if needed, the apostille.
Notarisation of the translator’s signature
Some institutions require the translator’s signature to be certified by a notary. We do this too – tell us where the document will be used and we will advise what is needed.
Frequently asked questions
Does the translator have to be sworn?
Notarial acts require a translator with the necessary qualifications. Our translators are sworn translators approved by the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Can the translator come to my notary?
Yes. We agree a day and time with you and the notary, and the translator comes to the office.