Rental contracts in Vietnamese. Hospital paperwork. Legal documents. Navigating Vietnam as an expat means constantly translating. Our translation service handles contracts, visas, medical documents, and everyday needs—with certified notarized options for official documents.
Translation Services We Offer
Documents (Professional Translation)
| Document | Length | Turnaround | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rental lease | 2–4 pages | 1 day | $20–40 |
| Employment contract | 1–3 pages | 1 day | $15–30 |
| Medical record | 1–2 pages | Same day | $10–20 |
| Visa extension form | 1 page | 2 hours | $5–10 |
| Power of attorney | 1–2 pages | 1 day | $25–35 |
| Property deed | 2–5 pages | 2 days | $30–50 |
Notarized / Certified Translation (For Official Use)
- •Rental contracts (for visa/bank purposes)
- •Marriage certificates (for property purchase/visa)
- •Divorce decrees (for remarriage/visa)
- •Educational diplomas (for employment)
- •Police clearance (for visa applications)
Costs +$10–15 per document for certification.
Interpretation (Spoken Translation)
- •Doctor appointments (medical terminology explained)
- •Bank meetings (account setup, mortgage negotiations)
- •Landlord meetings (lease negotiations, complaints)
- •Police / government offices
- •Court appearances
- •Business meetings
Hourly rate: $25–30/hour + transport. Minimum: 2 hours.
Translation Pricing & Timeline
Standard Translation
Rate: $0.10–0.15 per English word
Minimum: Minimum $10
Turnaround: 1–3 days
Notarized / Certified
Rate: $0.15–0.20 per English word
Minimum: Minimum $25
Turnaround: 2–5 days
Interpretation (Hourly)
Rate: $25–30/hour
Minimum: Minimum 2 hours
Turnaround: On-demand
Emergency / Same-Day
Rate: +50% rush fee
Minimum: Submit before 2 PM
Turnaround: Same day
Language Pairs Available
- •✅ English ↔ Vietnamese (most common)
- •✅ French ↔ Vietnamese (available)
- •✅ German ↔ Vietnamese (available)
- •✅ Mandarin ↔ Vietnamese (available on request)
- •⏰ Other languages (Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Arabic) available through partner network — inquire for quotes.
Why You Need Professional Translation
"I'll use Google Translate — it's free"
"Can I just get a friend to translate?"
"I'm in a hurry — what's the fastest option?"
FAQ
How long does translation typically take?▼
Standard: 1–3 days. Notarized: 2–5 days. Same-day rush: Submit before 2 PM (+50% fee).
Do I need certified/notarized translation for everything?▼
Only for official documents (government, bank, courts). Personal use (understanding a lease) doesn't require it.
Can you translate medical documents?▼
Yes. Medical terminology is our specialty. Usually same-day for short records.
What if I need interpretation during a meeting?▼
Yes. $25–30/hour, minimum 2 hours. Let us know location so we can factor in transport.
Do you offer group discounts?▼
Yes. 3+ documents = 10% discount on standard translation.
Nam Tran
Relocation Specialist & Founder
Nam has helped 200+ expats settle in Da Nang since 2023.