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Translation & Interpretation services in Edinburgh
Certified translation and professional interpreting services in Edinburgh — supporting Scotland's capital with accurate, dependable communication in over 300 languages.
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Edinburgh language Services
LITS provides certified translation and expert interpreting services to clients throughout Edinburgh and the Lothian region. From legal and medical documentation to academic, government, and corporate materials, our work is handled by qualified native speakers selected for their sector knowledge and attention to detail.
We support solicitors, NHS Lothian, Scottish Government bodies, universities, and businesses with confidential, precise, and timely language services suited to each project.
Why choose LITS in Edinburgh?
- Native speakers chosen for their training across legal, healthcare, technical, financial, and academic fields — ensuring every translation and interpreting assignment is handled with precision.
Certified translations for official use
Birth certificates, contracts, qualifications, immigration papers, and court documents — translated with statements of accuracy accepted by Scottish authorities, UK courts, the Home Office, and academic institutions.Extensive language coverage
Services available in Polish, Urdu, Mandarin, Arabic, Romanian, and over 300 additional languages reflecting Edinburgh's international population.Responsive Support whenever you need it
Same-day and weekend availability, with friendly, attentive service from quote through to delivery.
Supporting Edinburgh's diverse community
Helping Edinburgh's multilingual residents, students, and businesses communicate clearly across every setting.
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Who Can Benefit from Our Services?
Higher education & research
Supporting the University of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Napier University, and Queen Margaret University with academic translation, research materials, transcripts, and live interpreting for international students and researchers.
Healthcare & NHS
Working with NHS Lothian — including the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Western General Hospital — to provide medical interpreting and translated patient documentation for diverse communities.
Legal & Immigration
Certified translations and qualified interpreters for solicitors, Scottish courts, immigration tribunals, and family law matters across Edinburgh — handled with strict confidentiality.
Tourism, festivals & culture
With Edinburgh's status as a leading UK tourist destination and home to major festivals including the Edinburgh Fringe, we provide translation and interpreting for visitor services, event communications, and cultural programmes.
Financial services & insurance
Edinburgh is the UK's second largest financial centre after London. We support banks, insurance providers, and asset managers with translation for contracts, compliance documents, and international communications.
Government & public sector
Translation and interpreting for the Scottish Government, City of Edinburgh Council, and public services — supporting housing, social care, public health, and community outreach for multilingual residents.
Local expertise, global reach
Edinburgh is one of the UK's most internationally connected cities, with 23.5% of residents born outside the UK and over 12% of people speaking a language other than English at home. Communities across Leith, Newington, Tollcross, and the city centre speak Polish, Urdu, Mandarin, Arabic, Romanian, and many other languages — reflecting the city's role as a global capital for finance, education, and culture.
As Scotland's capital and the UK's second-largest financial centre, Edinburgh's demand for professional language services spans government, legal, healthcare, education, finance, and tourism. LITS combines local understanding with a UK-wide linguist network across 300+ languages, supporting individuals and organisations at every scale.
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Whether you need certified translation for legal or immigration matters, interpreters for NHS appointments or court hearings, or specialist translation for finance and academic work, LITS provides reliable language support across Edinburgh.
- Fast Turnaround Times
- Available 24/7 - 365
- Competitive Rates
- Quality Service
- Strong Partnerships
FAQs
Do you provide sworn or notarised translations?
Yes we do. We can arrange notarisation or apostille legalisation when required for overseas authorities.
How do I submit my documents?
Simply upload your files through our secure portal or email them to us. We’ll respond with a quote and timeline, and handle the rest.
Are your interpreters qualified for NHS and court work?
All interpreters hold recognised qualifications (e.g., DPSI, NRPSI) and undergo enhanced DBS checks.
Do you translate handwritten or scanned documents?
As long as the text is legible, we can produce an accurate, certified translation. We’ll confirm any unclear sections first.
