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What is the process for translating the FBI background check required for a Spanish non-lucrative visa application? (US residents)

Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi

Question about the FBI background check translation

Question for those of you moved from States. Did you translated your FBI background checkto Spanish after receiving from DC? Or you didn’t open that and translated the email showing the result before sending it for apostille to DC?

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“You need to have the apostille page translated by a sworn translator as well so better wait until you receive the apostille and send both documents”

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Bruno Bianchi CEO & Spain Immigration Expert
Bruno Bianchi is the founder and CEO of Spainguru, Spain's largest expat immigration community with 150,000+ members. Since 2014 he has helped thousands of people relocate to Spain through expert guides, webinars and vetted professional services covering visas, residency, taxes and life in Spain.