Sworn Translations for Spain's Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV)

The Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa (visado no lucrativo) allows non-EU citizens to reside in Spain without working. To apply, you must submit a range of documents in Spanish. If your documents are in English, you need official sworn translations certified by a traductor jurado appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation.

NLV Documents We Translate

Proof of Income

Bank statements (6-12 months), pension letters, investment portfolio statements, annuity certificates.

Medical Certificate

Physician's certificate confirming good health and absence of infectious diseases, as required by Spanish consulates.

Criminal Background Check

FBI background check or ACRO police certificate with apostille. Apostille must be obtained before translation.

Family Documents

Marriage certificate, birth certificates for dependents, and proof of family relationship.

NLV Income Requirements (2024-2025)

Main applicant: 400% of IPREM (€2,400/month or €28,800/year in 2025).

Each dependent: Additional 100% of IPREM (€600/month or €7,200/year).

Your financial documents must clearly demonstrate these thresholds. A proper sworn translation ensures Spanish authorities can verify your income without delays.

NLV Translation Checklist

  • Apostille your background check first. The apostille must be applied before translation, as it also needs to be translated.
  • Provide complete bank statements. Include all pages showing the full 6-12 month period. Do not send summaries or excerpts.
  • Medical certificate must be recent. It should be issued within 90 days of your consulate appointment.
  • Verify name consistency. Your name, date of birth and passport number must match across all documents.

How It Works

  1. 1 Prepare and send your documents. Ensure apostilles are attached, scans are complete and high-resolution. Email to info@ridertranslate.com.
  2. 2 Receive a quote. Standard documents from EUR 25 + VAT per page. Longer documents quoted individually. Pay to confirm.
  3. 3 Get your sworn translations. Digitally signed and stamped PDFs delivered by email, accepted by all Spanish consulates.

Get Your NLV Documents Translated

Fill in the form below and upload your documents for a free, no-obligation quote.

We'll reply within 1-2 business days with a price and turnaround time.

About the Translator

Daniel Rider Garrido is a sworn Spanish translator appointed by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation and has provided official translations for visa, residency, academic, legal and corporate procedures since 2010.