Spanish Translation FAQ

How to submit a request for Spanish document translation?

• Submit your Spanish translation request with documents in unprotected format via the Jira ticket - Spanish Translation - Research 411 Portal - Jira Service Management (atlassian.net).

Are the translators certified?

• No, translations are provided by native Spanish speakers.

Is a certificate of translation provided?

• No, but an attestation stating translations are completed by native Spanish speakers will be provided.

What is the turnaround time for Spanish translation documents?

• The turnaround times for Spanish translations vary depending on the document’s length and complexity. Generally, shorter documents, such as one-page ads, are completed more quickly than longer documents, like 10-page informed consent forms.

Are interpretation services provided?

• No, only written document translations are offered.

Are there other translation resources?

• Mount Sinai Language & Communication Access Services provides interpretation and translation services to patients and family members who prefer to communicate in a different language. To request translation for other languages, please contact LAP at (212) 659-8990 or x88990. Please see the roadmap for more information here.