Michigan Translation FAQ

Common Questions About Michigan Translation

How much does translation cost in Michigan?

Translation pricing depends on the language pair, document complexity, and turnaround time. Most standard document translations range from $0.10 to $0.30 per word. Certified translations for legal or immigration purposes typically start at $30 per page. Contact Michigan Translation for a free, detailed quote on your specific project.

What is a certified translation?

A certified translation includes a signed statement from the translator or translation company attesting that the translation is accurate and complete. Michigan courts, USCIS, universities, and government agencies typically require certified translations for official documents. Michigan Translation provides certified translations accepted by all Michigan courts and federal agencies.

How long does translation take?

Standard turnaround for most documents is 2-3 business days. Rush translation is available with same-day or next-day delivery for urgent projects. Large projects such as technical manuals or website localization are quoted with custom timelines based on word count and complexity.

What languages do you translate?

Michigan Translation provides translation services in over 50 languages. Our most requested languages include Arabic, Spanish, German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Korean, French, Polish, Bengali, Vietnamese, and Somali. If your language is not listed, contact us — we likely have a qualified translator available.

Do you provide interpretation services?

Yes. Michigan Translation provides both simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for courts, hospitals, conferences, business meetings, and depositions throughout Michigan. We offer in-person interpretation in major metro areas and remote interpretation (phone and video) statewide.

Are your translations accepted by USCIS?

Yes. All Michigan Translation certified translations meet USCIS requirements for immigration applications, including Form I-130, I-485, I-751, and naturalization petitions. We translate birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, academic records, and other documents required for immigration proceedings.

Do you translate technical and automotive documents?

Yes. Michigan Translation specializes in technical translation for the automotive industry, including engineering specifications, manufacturing procedures, quality documentation, safety manuals, and supplier communications. Our technical translators have backgrounds in engineering and manufacturing.

What areas of Michigan do you serve?

Michigan Translation serves the entire state of Michigan, with concentrations in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Dearborn, Lansing, and Warren. We provide in-person interpretation in major metro areas and handle document translation projects from clients anywhere in Michigan. Remote services are available statewide.

How do I get started?

Contact Michigan Translation by phone at (313) 555-0199 or email info@michigantranslation.com. Provide your document or describe your project, and we will deliver a free quote — typically within one hour during business hours.