More and more Panamanians and foreign residents in Panama are choosing to pursue studies abroad, validate their professional degrees, or apply for international job opportunities. In most cases, foreign institutions require certified translations of academic documents, such as university degrees, diplomas, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
In the Republic of Panama, translations intended for official use must be performed by a Certified Public Translator, also known as a sworn translator. These translations carry full legal value before both public and private institutions.
📄 What academic documents require certified translation?
🔹 High school or university diplomas
🔹 Academic transcripts
🔹 Professional or technical degrees
🔹 Academic letters of recommendation
🔹 Course descriptions or syllabus
🔹 Enrollment or graduation certificates
🛡️ Why is a certified translation important?
Foreign universities, embassies, and immigration departments require that documents issued in another language be accompanied by an official translation, signed and stamped by a certified translator. This ensures the accuracy of the content and grants legal validity to the document in the target country.
🌍 Apostille or Legalization?
Before translation, it’s essential to determine whether the destination country requires an apostille (if it’s a member of the Hague Convention) or consular legalization (if it is not). Once the document is apostilled or legalized, it can be translated and submitted accordingly.
📌 Why choose us?
✅ Experience translating academic documents
✅ Signed and sealed by a Certified Public Translator
✅ Guidance on apostille and legalization requirements
✅ Delivery of digital copy + optional physical copy via courier
✅ Professional, confidential, and timely service
📍 Service Available in David, Chiriquí
If you live in David, Chiriquí or anywhere in western Panama, you can access high-quality sworn translation services with personalized attention and fast turnaround times. We specialize in English ⇄ Spanish translations for academic, legal, and immigration purposes.
📞 Contact – Certified Translator in David, Chiriquí
👨⚖️ Name: Edgardo Espinosa, MBA
🗂️ Title: Certified Public Translator – English ⇄ Spanish
📍 Location: David, Chiriquí, Republic of Panama
📧 Email: info@certifiedtranslatorpanama.com
📱 WhatsApp: +507 6290-3468
📅 By appointment – In-person and online consultations available