Interpreting/Translation
& Transcription Fees

Fees, Terms and Policies for Private Work

Private work is any work engaged by a non-governmental, non-municipal party. These rates apply to businesses as well as individuals.

Interpreting

Standard Fee: $80/hour. There is a three hour minimum. Travel time exceeding 30 minutes per commute is billable at the Standard Fee, in 15 minute increments.

Conference (Large Group) Fee: $80/hour. There is a three hour minimum. Travel time exceeding 30 minutes per commute is billable at the Standard Fee, in 15 minute increments. Our Mobile Interpretation System is provided at no charge for up to eight listeners.

Terms: Due upon receipt

Cancellation Policy: Please make every effort to notify us in case of cancellation. With more than two business days' notice, no fees will be charged.

Notice of 48-24 business hours: 50% of fees

Notice of less than 24 business hours: 100% of fees

Audio Recordings Transcription


Audio Recordings Transcription Fee: $60/hr. Audio recordings transcription with written translation is billed at the Audio Recording Transcription hourly rate for the transcription plus the Written Translation per word fee for the written translation.

Written Translation


Standard fee: 17 cents per word. There is a $50 minimum.

Project Fees

For significant projects, a flat fee for a set of specific deliverables can be determined. Cancellation policies and terms are set per project.

Other Fees

Additional fees may be applicable in specific situations, including:

  • Uncommon formats
  • Notarization/certification
  • Expedited/rush translations and/or transcriptions
Payment Methods

PDX Spanish accepts cash, money orders and checks.