How much will a translation or interpretation cost?
This is a very hard question to answer because each project is different. There are many factors that have to be considered in the cost in addition to the translation or interpretation. These can include project management (in case of large projects) file preparation, editing, dialect or terminology research, desktop publishing, travel expenses, and other similar factors. The cost depends on the availability of the qualified interpreter or translator, the complexity of the issues to be translated or interpreted, and any specific requirements that the client may add. While translations are usually charged by the word, interpretations are charged by the hour. Desktop publishing is charged on an hourly rate.
