Document Translation Services

 

  • ISO:9001 quality certified
  • Excellent customer service
  • Expertise in more than 120 languages

Document Translation Services

 

  • ISO:9001 quality certified
  • Excellent customer service
  • Expertise in more than 120 languages

Fast and secure document translation services in Singapore

Translating a document to ensure accuracy and precision can be daunting. Whether you need to have your degree or qualifications translated, your birth certificate, or a new product’s operating manual, finding the right company for document translation in Singapore that meets all legal and formal requirements is critical.

Asian Absolute will provide reliable and secure document translation services with attention to detail that ensures your document accurately captures the original meaning. You can trust Asian Absolute with all your document translations for certified document translation services that always guarantee success. All this while staying within budget and time frame expectations.

 

Do I need certified document translation services?

Certain official bodies demand certification of a translated document before accepting it as valid.

Whether you need certification will depend on the purpose you are going to use your document for:

I need to translate commercial or personal documents

Certified document translation is often required for business aims, such as gaining the European Union’s “CE” marking on your product manual. On a more personal level, however, certification may only sometimes be necessary – ensuring that any documents you need to translate are high-quality should suffice in most cases!

I need to translate official documents

When dealing with official documents such as birth certificates, marriage contracts, and death records, it is essential to seek certified translations to be accepted by any respective authority. Various levels of certification may apply according to the region or document type – so seeking specialist advice can help ensure you meet the proper criteria. Fortunately, our experienced team members offer free consultations when discussing your project requirements.

 

Why choose Asian Absolute?

Whatever language. Whatever format. Whatever level of official recognition or certification you need your document to have. You will find it straightforward to get the translation you need.

You can rely on us for document translation services suitable for the purpose you need them for.

 

  • Get ISO-certified services and high-quality work from a recognised member of the ATC, ATA, and many other leading industry bodies.
  • Rely on complete confidentiality and full compliance with the Data Protection Act.
  • See fluent translation of all terminology in your text – specialist document translators with backgrounds in fields as diverse as finance, marketing, IT, engineering, manufacturing, legal, and more make sure of it.
  • Receive your finished document in the fastest possible time – a wholly-owned global network results in 24-hour production of your project.
  • Count on secure document transmission and storage of the kind usually used by international banks.

Client testimonials

Many thanks for your help and also for providing an interpreter for the week, she was absolutely fantastic and a real life-saver!

— Guinness World Records

I was extremely impressed by Asian Absolute’s hard work to complete the project to our high standards and within a very tight timeframe.

— Global Witness

Asian Absolute helped FTChinese.com in the challenging task of building a world-class translation service. They provide top quality, personal service.

— Financial Times
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What is the difference between certified, notarised and apostilled translation?

Certified translation

Is a blanket term covering any translation requiring certification to be recognised? The most common requirement is that the translator carrying it out is a qualified professional. They must sign a statement of their experience and the translation’s accuracy to certify it.

Some regions may also require that the translator is certified by a relevant government authority.

Apostilled translation

The Hague Apostille Convention is an international agreement to make the stamps of notaries public in different countries valid outside of their home regions. As long as a government has signed the convention, any document they notarise is valid in all signatory countries.

Official translation

This term is sometimes used interchangeably with a certified translation. It may or may not imply that the translation needs to be notarised by a notary public and signed by the professional who translated it. This will depend on the region and authority in question.

Notarised translation

A notarised translation is only valid if the translation is signed in front of an official known as a notary public. The notary needs to confirm the translator’s identification, mark the document with their notary stamp and bind the document and certification together in a specific way.

Terms like “official translation” can mean many things in many places. So it’s always best to get clarification.

Asian Absolute translates official documents suitable for use on five different continents. You can always rely on us to know precisely what you need. And quickly check what’s required when you’re discussing your project.

The types of document translation we complete in Singapore

You can have any document you need for official, commercial or personal purposes quickly and accurately translated. Including:

  • Birth certificates
  • Marriage certificates
  • Academic qualifications or application documents
  • Product manuals and instruction manuals
  • All sorts of printed publications
  • Marketing collateral such as brochures and flyers

 

How do I know I will be getting what I need?

With an official document, you must be 100% sure that your original and translated versions are indistinguishable from the message. And often, in the exact official terminology, they use.

That’s why every document translation we complete goes through our triple-layer Quality Assurance process. Editing and proofreading are included as standard. Other steps, such as back-translation and reconciliation, may guarantee that your message, style, and all legal and official terms are correctly localised.

Speak with an expert 24/7

Get any more information you need today. Contact us by phone or online. Or get a free, no-obligation quote on translating your document anytime.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to translate documents?

As a rough rule of thumb, a skilled translator can translate somewhere between 2000 and 2500 words per day. This usually includes the time needed to edit and proofread the text – vital Quality Assurance steps which should never be missed.

The type of content can affect this. For instance, a text which is full of specialised terminology or which is literature or marketing content can take much longer to localise successfully.

There are also some file types – PDFs, scanned documents, or PowerPoint presentations, for example – which can make a translator’s job more challenging.

In short, it’s always best to get in touch with us if you need to know how long your project is going to take.

How fast can a translator translate?

A translator is limited by how long it physically takes to read, type, and apply their expert knowledge to a given document.

However, we do use the latest CAT (Computer-Aided Translation) tools and Translation Memories – databases of already-translated content – to speed up the process.

Asian Absolute is also one of the industry’s go-to experts for custom Machine Translation engine training. An MT solution can be the best choice for high-volume, highly repetitive projects with high turnover requirements.

If you need a fast translation solution, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

How much will my translation cost?

The long answer is that your translation cost will vary depending on things like the volume of material you need to have translated, your target language/s as well as several other important factors.

The short answer is that it’s always best to get in touch for a free quote. There’s no fee or obligation – and you can get a costed price breakdown of your specific project so you know exactly where you stand.

 

Do you offer discounts for volume?

If you often find yourself in need of professional translation services, we may be able to offer you special rates. These will be based on the amount of work and level of partnership you have in mind.

We do this for numerous regular clients around the world, ensuring a cost-effective solution for each client’s unique requirements.

How do I pay for my translation services?

We accept domestic and international bank transfers, most major credit and debit cards, and PayPal payments from both private individuals and companies. Just let us know how you prefer to pay and we will be happy to suggest a method that is convenient for you.

 

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