Certified translation

Did you know that translation is an unregulated market in the UK? If you need certified translations (passports, marriage certificates, academic qualifications, etc.), it's always advisable to use qualified linguists.

Organisations in need of a certified translation will usually insist upon a suitably qualified linguist, in other words a translator who is a member of a professional translation body such as the ITI. Membership requirements are strict, so you know you’ll be dealing with qualified experts. We are a Corporate Member of ITI. What’s more, all the translators we use are suitably qualified native speakers.

Looking for a peach of a translation? Make sure you don't end up with a lemon! 🍋 🍋

We can all agree that AI has vastly improved machine translation tools in recent years. However, the technology still has limitations and often struggles with nuance, context and tone of voice – all hugely important factors when you want to convey your message.

That’s why we also offer a postediting service. Depending on the quality of the AI-generated text, we can review and postedit your content.

We’ll ensure you end up with a peach of a translation, NOT a lemon. We’ll turn your word salad into a carefully crafted message that bears real fruit. After all, when you want to make an impression, you only get one bite at the cherry. 🍒 🍒

Contact us today on office@barrett-translations.co.uk