Government Interpreters | Government Interpretation

Interpretation for Government That Makes a Difference

Government agencies at the federal, state, and local levels depend on accurate interpretation when it matters most. At Interprenet, we have worked with government agencies across the United States and internationally for 20 years, providing reliable language services to accomplish an agency’s specific objectives.

Since interpretation for government settings is often mandated by law, we help government agencies and courts comply with language and accessibility requirements and enable effective communication among diverse populations. When language barriers affect transparency, integration, inclusion, cultural sensitivity or diplomacy, you can rely on our interpreting services for public authorities.

Interpretation Solutions for
Local, State, and Federal Government

We offer government interpretation solutions for a variety of areas, from local town hall meetings to official state visits or trade commissions.

Simultaneous Interpretation
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We provide professional conference interpreters, onsite or remote, to government meetings of any kind, such as state visits by foreign government delegations or trade commissions between two or more countries.

Legal Interpretation
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Our certified court and legal interpreters interpret in court hearings, immigration or asylum cases, and any other areas of federal or state law. We offer both onsite and remote interpretation services.

Consecutive Interpretation
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Onsite and remote consecutive interpretation is a solution we offer for back-and-forth conversation settings like a local town hall meeting, a judicial meeting or court hearing.

On-Demand Interpretation
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We offer both Video Remote Interpretation (VRI) and Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI) that are available instantly. Clients have access to over 13,000 interpreters and 300 languages, including American Sign Language.

Why Interprenet?

Government agencies depend on the best and most experienced interpreters, and our network of vetted, professional government interpreters is the backbone of the superior language solutions we offer. For 20 years, we have been providing accurate interpretation for high-profile government meetings and events, from bilateral meetings at the federal level to local town hall events.

Regulatory Compliance

You can trust that our government interpretation services will be in full compliance with all regulations and guidelines.

Tech-Forward Approach

We offer an ideal blend of modern technology and reliable human dedication and ingenuity to meet all your interpretation needs..

Cultural Sensitivity

Our government interpreters are subject matter and language specialists who adhere to a code of ethics and are sensitive to cultural nuances.

Our Clients for this Industry

Frequently Asked Questions

Interprenet has a global network of interpreters and translators, who when combined, speak more than 300 languages. Some of the most requested languages for interpreting are Spanish, French, Japanese, Portuguese, German, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), Korean, Arabic, Russian, and Italian. We can provide an accurate interpretation with knowledge of terminology, slang, and even regional dialects and rare languages.

Approved interpreters must hold national and internationally recognized accreditations in their interpretation mode and level of industry specialization. Accreditation requirements vary depending on the type of interpretation provided. Our recruitment team takes each applicant through a rigorous 5-stage recruitment process that includes interviews, skills testing, and compliance. Interpreters are subject to ongoing monitoring of their services, quarterly and annual evaluations and continuous improvement.

In the simultaneous mode of interpretation, the interpreter interprets what is said WHILE it is being said. Special equipment is required, including headphones and microphones for the interpreters, while audiences listen on their smartphone app or a radio headset, to name two examples. Soundproof booths or sound isolation may also be required, particularly if the interpreters work onsite at an in-person event. The interpreting takes place almost simultaneously with the speaker's speech, with a slight delay of just a few seconds.

In the consecutive mode of interpretation, the interpreter interprets what is said AFTER it is said. With consecutive interpreting, the interpreter interprets what is said in short sentences. A person speaks in their language and then stops after a few phrases in order to allow the interpreter to interpret. The interpreter then interprets what was said into another language. Consecutive interpretation is ideal for back-and-forth meetings and dialogue settings.