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Sworn Translation of a power of attorney
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This page brings together the useful information for requesting a certified translation of a power of attorney in Belgium. The parties' identities, scope of mandate and signing date must never be ambiguous.
What makes this translation valid under Belgian law
- Since 1 December 2022, the electronic signature has replaced the sworn translator’s physical stamp. The translation must also meet the wording and signature requirements of Article 555/11, § 4 of the Judicial Code; specific procedures cover exceptions.
- A translation prepared by a registered translator must carry their VTI identification number.
- For use in Belgium, a registered translator electronically legalises their translation for authorised language combinations, with all required details. If electronic signing is unavailable, or a court appoints someone outside the register under Article 555/15, legalisation goes through FPS Justice.
- The FPS Justice public register lets you check a registered translator’s name, VTI and authorised languages. Court appointment outside the register under Article 555/15 is a regulated exception.
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What to check before translation
Before requesting a translation, compare names and dates with your other documents. Specify the recipient, the required language and any attachments, stamps or handwritten notes.
Who may request this translation?
notaries, banks, registries, investors, lawyers and administrations
Typical turnaround
Timing varies with length, annexes and the level of review required. Urgent documents should be flagged from the start.
Indicative pricing
From €110 first page excluding VAT; volume and any surcharges confirmed before payment.
Most requested language pairs
English → French, Spanish → French, Italian → French
What to send from the start
When these items are clear from the start, you usually save days.
- Send the signed and complete version, annexes included.
- State the final recipient: notary, bank, court or employer.
- Flag whether signature pages, stamps or related certificates also need translation.
Who may request this translation?
Depending on the procedure, a sworn translation of this document may be requested by notaries, banks, registries, investors, lawyers and administrations. Confirm the requirement with the recipient before ordering.
Legal framework
A power of attorney rarely stands alone: it travels with identity records, deeds, contracts or notarial files. The translation must preserve the granted powers, limits of mandate and exact identities.
What the authority will actually check
These are the points on which a file usually stands or falls officially.
Powers, amounts and clauses
Authorities, limits, amounts and conditions do not tolerate approximation.
Annexes and official references
Registry extracts, notarial pages, annexes or related certificates may carry the real legal weight of the file.
Step-by-step procedure
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Send the full version
For a power of attorney or company statutes, annexes, signatures, dates and powers must not be missing.
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Clarify the official use
State whether the document is for a notary, bank, registry, investor or public authority.
- 3
Translate the full legal structure
Powers, articles, representation clauses and limitations must remain enforceable and understandable.
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Review before signature or filing
Check names, numbers, dates and annexes before the translated document is used officially.
Typical turnaround
Timing varies with length, annexes and the level of review required. Urgent documents should be flagged from the start.
Indicative pricing
From €110 first page excluding VAT; volume and any surcharges confirmed before payment.
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Official sources used
The references below are the public sources used to document this page. The competent authority always retains the final decision.
Official sourceFPS Justice - National register of sworn translators and interpretersOpen the official sourceOfficial sourceFPS Justice - Legalisation of sworn translationsOpen the official source
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Frequently asked questions
+−Is a sworn translation of “power of attorney” always required?
No. It depends on the language, procedure, issuing country and receiving authority. An exemption or multilingual form may sometimes be enough. Confirm the requirement before paying.
+−Does a sworn translation guarantee acceptance of “power of attorney”?
No. It certifies the translation’s conformity but does not fix the wrong record, an insufficiently recent date or missing authentication, apostille or legalisation. The receiving authority decides.
+−What information should I provide for a power of attorney?
The most useful details are the source language, target language and the context in which the document will be used.
+−How do I start a request for a power of attorney?
You can describe your need directly on the site to be routed to a sworn translator.