English interpreter in La Laguna | Tenerife
In this blog you will find out when you may need to hire a professional English interpreter, the type of interpreting you need and everything you need to know about this service. If you need an English interpreter in La Laguna (Tenerife) you can contact me at info@paulajorge-traducciones.com.
In case you need an English-Spanish interpreter in any other town on the island of Tenerife (La Orotava, Puerto de la Cruz, Adeje, Los Cristianos, Las Américas, Tacoronte, El Sauzal, Garachico, etc.) I will also be happy to help you.
I also offer my English interpreting services in any city of Gran Canaria (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Mogán, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, etc.).
Professional English interpreter in La Laguna
I am often asked by clients and non-clients the following question: Paula, what is the difference between translation and interpreting?
Well, the answer is simple and clear: translation is based on translating words from one language into another in written form and interpreting in oral form.
Although it may be a bit more complex, there is no more science to it, and understanding it in this way is enough to distinguish when we need translation or interpreting services.
If you have reached this far and you have realised that you need a translation of a document, you are not in the right article. If you need a sworn translation from German into Spanish or vice versa or a certified translation from English, you can go to this blog for more information or request a personalised quote.
When do I need to hire a professional interpreter?
If you live in a foreign country and do not speak the official language, you will probably need the support of a professional interpreter at some point. In fact, many institutions advise citizens that they must be accompanied by a professional interpreter.
Algunos ejemplos son:
Notaries
To execute a contract of sale or to execute a will, among other formalities.
Judicial affairs
Appointments with your lawyer, going to court, submitting documentation, paperwork, etc.
Medical appointments
Medical appointments such as outpatient consultations, hospitalisation days, formalities such as last wills, etc.
Civil Registry Office
Registration of marriage, registration of a child, application for formalities, civil marriage, application for residence, etc.
Private companies
Assistance in dealing with private companies or meetings with clients.
Police Stations
Application for NIE or TIE, renewal of residence documents and other procedures.
Bilateral interpreting | English interpreter in La Laguna
There are different types of interpreting, such as consecutive interpreting and simultaneous interpreting. If you would like to find out more about the different types of interpreting, you can access this blog.
In the cases mentioned above, the type of interpretation we carry out is consecutive and bilateral interpretation. This means that we are the linguistic bridge between a figure A and a figure B. The interpreter usually stands in the middle between the two parties and interprets what each party is saying. This type of interpreting is usually used in medical consultations, appointments, formalities, etc. Let’s take an example:
If you would like to know more about the profile of a professional interpreter, please consult the following article.
English interpreter in La Laguna | Tenerife
How much does an interpretation cost?
The answer to this question is not so simple, as it depends on many factors. As a rule, interpreting is calculated in hours or in days (half or full time). However, it is also necessary to take into account whether the interpreter needs to travel and other associated costs, such as entrance fees to an event at which the interpreter is required.
The budget will also vary if there are extra hours, if specific preparation is required at the client’s request, the hours during which the service is needed, etc.
In general, budgets can vary greatly and it is best to request a completely personalised quote.
English interpreter in La Laguna | Tenerife
I am based in La Laguna, Tenerife, which is why I provide my interpreting services here. However, I also provide interpreting services in other parts of the island such as Puerto de la Cruz, La Orotava, Los Cristianos, Los Gigantes, El Sauzal, Tacoronte, Los Realejos, Icod de los Vinos, Garachico, Santa Cruz de Tenerife and other municipalities.
Here you can see more information about me.
However, I also offer my services on the island of Gran Canaria (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Mogán, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, Teror, etc.).
In case you need a professional English interpreter in Tenerife or Gran Canaria you can send me an email to info@paulajorge-traducciones.com adding the city where you need me to come for the interpretation, the date and the time. I will then be able to send you a quote immediately.
