Translation rates
Rates for translations vary according to the expertise and research required, the source word count, layout requests, and delivery deadlines.
We provide tailored quotes based on all that precedes and on the client’s budget and expectations (sometimes a full translation can be replaced with a different output that better meets the client’s purpose and budget, ex. synthetic translation). Typically, the rate for a general translation without layout requests starts at US$0.10 per source word, and is determined on a case-by-case basis. The rate for specialty fields (humanitarian, legal, Internet policies and governance) starts at US$0.14 per source word. The minimum billed is US$50.
Rush/off-hours surcharge is set to 15% of the total bill.
For a free quote, please use the contact form.
Proofreading/editing rates
Proofreading/editing rates are by word, depending on the service required:
- Grammar/spelling/punctuation checks: US$0.04/word
- Grammar/spelling/punctuation + syntax checks: US$0.06/word
- Bilingual/quality checks & MTPE : US$0.07/word
To request a free quotation, please use the contact form.
Payment
Payment can be made by bank transfer, or through money transfer services such as MoneyGram, PayPal, and Western Union.
Pro Bono Eligibility
To be eligible for Pro Bono work, your organization must have an ECOSOC status. Civil society organizations need to provide documentation on their non-profit status.
We do not accept Pro Bono jobs exceeding 15,000 words nor Rush Pro Bono. Please refer to the Pro Bono section on our landing page for further information.