Apostille U.S. Birth Certificates for Spanish citizenship or dual nationality in Santiago de Compostela

Express NIE provides apostilles services for your US documents in Spain.

Moving to or Living in Spain?

If you’re an American in Santiago de Compostela handling Spanish citizenship or dual nationality, you will almost certainly need your U.S. birth certificate apostilled and translated into Spanish.

Spanish authorities do not accept U.S. birth certificates unless they have both an apostille (for authentication) and a sworn translation (traductor jurado) completed by a translator approved by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

At Express NIE, we make this process simple:

✅ Apostilling your U.S. birth certificate so it is legally valid in Spain

✅ Providing sworn Spanish translations accepted by immigration, notaries, and courts

✅ Delivering your documents directly to you in Santiago de Compostela

💡 Did you know?

Santiago de Compostela is known for university and pilgrimage city with global presence.

Why You Need a Birth Certificate for Spanish citizenship or dual nationality in Spain

Your birth certificate is a key document for official procedures in Spain. Depending on your situation, you may need it for:

  • Residency applications – proving family status and identity when applying for visas or residency permits
  • Marriage in Spain – registering your marriage with Spanish authorities
  • Spanish citizenship or dual nationality – required as proof of origin and lineage
  • School enrollment or children’s residency – registering minors in schools or securing family visas
  • Inheritance and legal processes – settling estates or making official declarations

For Spanish citizenship or dual nationality, Spanish officials will not accept your U.S. birth certificate unless it is both apostilled and translated by a sworn translator.

Apostille & Sworn Translation: The Two Steps You Must Complete

Express NIE is your top source for apostille and sworn translations in Spain.
  • Apostille – Required under the Hague Convention so your U.S. birth certificate is recognized in Spain.
  • Sworn Translation (Traductor Jurado) – Only translators officially appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs can issue translations that are legally valid in Spain.

👉 Certified translations done in the U.S. are not accepted. Express NIE ensures you get the correct sworn translation every time.

How the Process Works

We take the guesswork out of your documents.

01

Send us your U.S. birth certificate

Original or certified copy from your state’s vital records office.

02

We secure the apostille

From the Secretary of State where your birth certificate was issued.

03

We arrange the sworn translation

Performed by an approved traductor jurado in Spain.

04

We deliver your documents

Shipped directly to your home in Santiago de Compostela or anywhere else in Spain.

Why Choose Express NIE in Santiago de Compostela?

Save time and money with our all-in-one services.

All-in-one service

Apostille + sworn translation + delivery

Save time and avoid mistakes

We navigate U.S. and Spanish bureaucracy for you

Specialized in Spain

We know exactly what Spanish immigration and civil offices require

Trusted by expats

Hundreds of Americans in Spain rely on us each year

Need help getting your Spanish NIE?

We do that, too.

Frequently Asked Questions

Apostille & Translation of U.S. Birth Certificates for Spain

Get Started Today in Santiago de Compostela

Need your U.S. birth certificate apostilled and translated for Spanish citizenship or dual nationality?

At Express NIE, we make the process fast, professional, and fully compliant with Spanish law.

Use the form below to request your FBI background check, apostille, and sworn translation.

Express NIE Apostille Order Form
Use this form to purchase your apostille services online.
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Price: $199.00
Service includes courier fee, apostille, and state fees.

Turnaround Time

Document turnaround time will vary depending on the type of document needing apostille and the issuing state.

Standard turnaround time for most apostilles is between 2 and 10 working days, depending on the state.

IMPORTANT!! If you have a specific deadline, please mention it in the comments section.

We will confirm the specific turnaround time with you via email once the order is placed.

Have questions?

Get in touch and we’ll walk you through the whole process.

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