How do English translation companies charge for different services?
In today's globalized context, English is an international common language, and the importance of translation services is growing. Whether it is a company exploring international markets or an individual dealing with cross-border affairs, professional English translation services are indispensable. However, different types of translation projects often have different charging standards based on specific requirements. In addition, the fees charged by different translation companies for the same project may also vary. So, how do different types of English translation services charge?
Translation service types and charging standards
Written translation services
Written translation is the most common form of translation, and is usually charged based on the number of words translated. Different types of documents and professional fields will affect the price of translation. For texts in general non-professional fields, translation companies usually provide basic quotes; but once it involves professional fields such as medicine, law, and engineering, the charging standards will increase significantly. In addition, the specific requirements of the project, such as whether proofreading, typesetting, terminology management, etc. are required, will also affect the final cost. The specific reference quotes are as follows:
General document translation: such as letters, business plans, resumes, invitation letters, etc., the charging standard is roughly between 100 yuan and 400 yuan per thousand words, and the specific price may be adjusted according to the professionalism and urgency of the document.
Technical document translation: such as technical specifications, operating manuals, etc., due to the more professional content of the documents, the charging standard is usually higher, about 140 yuan to 420 yuan per thousand words.
Business document translation: such as company introductions, business reports, etc., the cost varies according to the complexity and professionalism of the documents, usually between 100 yuan and 380 yuan per thousand words.
Interpretation service
Interpretation services are usually charged by the hour or day, and the cost varies depending on the difficulty and occasion of the translation. For example, simple accompanying interpretation charges about 800 to 1000 yuan/day, while business negotiation interpretation may cost 1300 to 1900 yuan/day. Simultaneous interpretation, as a high-end service in the field of interpretation, may cost as much as 6000 to 10000 yuan/day, and the specific charge depends on the actual needs of the project.
Compared with written translation, the cost of interpretation services is usually higher because interpreters need to have stronger immediate response and language expression ability. Different types of interpretation services, such as conference interpretation, escort interpretation, telephone interpretation, etc., will also have different prices. Usually, conference interpretation has the highest fee due to its high complexity and professionalism, while telephone interpretation is relatively cheap.
Summary
The above is a brief introduction to the charging standards of Artlangs Translation for different types of English translation services. The prices provided in the article are for reference only. The specific fees are subject to the actual quotation. If you need to know more about the translation services in English or other languages, please feel free to consult the online customer service through Artlangs Translation's official website at any time.