East Flanders
Why a certified translation?
Sworn translation in East Flanders. This page brings together the essential information for requesting a certified translation of official documents in Belgium.
Province
Depending on the procedure, the authority may request a sworn translation. For use in Belgium, since 1 December 2022, the sworn translator listed in the register legalises the translation with an electronic signature and the prescribed details, including the VTI number. The receiving authority retains the acceptance decision.
Official source
Official sources used
The references below are the public sources used to document this page. The competent authority always retains the final decision.
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