Regulatory update

Regulatory update for sworn translations in Bologna – Andrea Palmieri
Organizational news in sworn translations in Italy. In recent years there have been no organic reforms that have changed the general discipline of sworn translations in Italy. The reference legislation remains based on historical provisions, such as R.D. 1366/1922 and Presidential Decree 445/2000, which regulate the modalities and value of asseveration. However, there are important updates on the organizational and procedural level, especially in the management of asseverations at the Courts.

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Digitization and new procedures in the Courts

More and more Italian courts have introduced:

  • online reservation systems

  • limits on the number of asseverations per appointment

  • Standardized procedures for managing minutes

  • More efficient ways to control documentation

These innovations aim to make the service more organized and digitized, reducing waiting times and margins of error.


What remains unchanged: the value of asseveration

Despite organizational evolution, the basic principle remains unchanged:

Sworn affidavit consists of the translator’s oath before a public official, by which the professional takes responsibility for the fidelity of the translation to the original text.

This procedure continues to be necessary to give full legal value to intended translations:

  • to the Public Administration

  • to civil status records

  • to the Courts

  • to other Italian public agencies


Why it is important to stay current

Organizational changes may affect when and how documents are submitted.

A lack of knowledge of up-to-date procedures can result in:

  • invalid appointments

  • rejected documentation

  • delays in completing paperwork

For this reason, it is essential to rely on a professional who is familiar with the current operating procedures.


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I personally follow the entire asseveration process, verifying that the documentation complies with the procedures required by the relevant court.

I operate from Bologna and keep myself constantly updated on the organizational methods adopted, ensuring accuracy, compliance with formalities and full legal value of the translation.


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