Translate deed of sale (sworn)

Translate deed of sale (sworn)

The sworn translation of your deed of sale can be ordered easily online at Ecrivus International, from €59. The purchase or sale of a house is a notarial deed that we translate for you. If you buy a house in the Netherlands while you do not speak Dutch, or are you emigrating and buying a house abroad? Then financial institutions, the notary or foreign authorities often ask for a sworn translation of your deed of sale.

What is a deed of sale and when do you need a certified translation?

A deed of sale (also called a sales agreement or purchase contract) sets out the arrangements between the buyer and seller of real estate. The deed is drawn up and executed by a notary, and is often connected with the deed of delivery and the mortgage deed. If you want to use these documents abroad or submit them to an authority that does not accept Dutch, a sworn translation is required. An ordinary translation is then not legally valid.

Why a sworn translation is legally valid

A sworn translation is produced by a translator registered in the Dutch Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv). The translator attaches the translation to the source document and provides it with a stamp, a signature and a statement that the translation matches the original. This makes your translated deed of sale legally valid and accepted by official authorities. For use abroad, people often ask for an additional legalisation or apostille. An apostille is a statement from the court under the Apostille Convention (The Hague Convention, 1961).

How it works at Ecrivus International

Above you select the number of pages of your deed of sale and the desired language combination and click Add to basket. Then upload a photo or scan of your deed of sale and add it to your order. At Ecrivus International only qualified and sworn translators are affiliated, with broad experience in translating deeds of sale, so that your deed is accurately translated into the language you need.

• Translation by a sworn, experienced and specialised legal translator
• Includes proofreading
• Includes quality checks
• Competitive rates from €59
• Fast turnaround, with express delivery available
• Choice of hundreds of language combinations
• Support for various file formats, including PDF
• Always registered shipping with Track & Trace
• Option to have your document fitted with an apostille or legalisation

Frequently asked questions about translating a deed of sale

What are the rules for a sworn translation?

A sworn translation must be produced by a translator registered in the Dutch Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv). The translator attaches the translation to the source document or to a certified copy and provides it with a stamp, signature and statement. Only then is the translation legally valid and accepted by official authorities.

How do I get a notarial deed translated?

A notarial deed like a deed of sale you have translated under oath by a sworn translator. At Ecrivus International you select the number of pages and the language combination, and upload a scan or photo of your deed and place your order. A sworn translator with experience in legal documents handles the translation.

How do you know whether a translator is sworn?

A sworn translator is entered in the Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv). You recognise a sworn translation by the statement, the signature and the stamp of the translator. With this statement the translator confirms that the translation matches the original document.

Is a deed of sale the same as a purchase contract?

The terms deed of saleand purchase contract are used interchangeably with sales agreement for the document that sets out the arrangements between the buyer and seller of real estate. When buying a house the deed of delivery and the mortgage deed are often involved too, and these can also be translated under oath.

Do I still need an apostille or legalisation after the translation?

For use abroad, after the sworn translation people often ask for an apostille or legalisation. An apostille is a statement from the court under the Hague Convention of 1961. You can have this arranged with your order.