How Arabic Translation Pricing Works
Arabic translation pricing can seem confusing with different companies using different models. This guide explains exactly how professional Arabic translation is priced, what factors affect cost, and how to ensure you're getting fair value.
Quick Answer
Most Arabic translation is priced per word (£0.09-£0.15 depending on service and target language). Certificates have a competitive fixed fee. Urgency and specialisation affect the final price.
TL;DR
UK Arabic translation costs £0.09-£0.15 per word for text documents, with a competitive fixed fee for certificates. Arabic to English is cheapest. Urgency and specialist content cost more.
Key Facts
Two Pricing Models
Understanding how your Arabic project will be priced
Per-Word Pricing
Arabic Text Documents
Used for Arabic documents with extractable text: Word files, PDFs, websites, and multi-page documents. Price is calculated based on the source word count.
Starting from
From £0.09/word
- Price scales with document length
- Fair and transparent
- Word count verified before quote
- Discounts for repetitive content
- Minimum order applies
- Used for 100+ languages
Best for:
Arabic contracts, reports, manuals, websites, marketing materials, and any text-heavy documents.
Fixed Fee
Arabic Certificates & Short Documents
Used for single-page Arabic certificates and standard documents where per-word pricing would be impractical or unfair.
Starting from
Fixed fee/document
- One price regardless of content
- Includes certification
- Quick turnaround possible
- No word counting needed
- Predictable cost
- Ideal for Arabic personal documents
Best for:
Arabic birth certificates, marriage certificates, diplomas, driving licences, and similar single-page documents.
When to Use Each Option
Arabic Business Documents (500+ words)
Contracts, reports, manuals, policies, and other substantial Arabic text documents.
Single Arabic Certificates
Arabic birth, marriage, death, divorce certificates, diplomas, and similar official documents.
Multiple Arabic Certificates
Several Arabic certificates or personal documents submitted together.
Arabic Website Translation
Web pages, product descriptions, and online content in Arabic.
Urgent Arabic Projects
Same-day or next-day turnaround requirements.
Specialist Arabic Content
Legal, medical, technical, or financial Arabic documents requiring expert translators.
Key Things to Know
Arabic Source Word Count
Pricing is based on the Arabic source document word count, not the translation. This is industry standard.
100+ Languages
Arabic to and from 100+ languages including English, French, German, Spanish and more.
Urgency Costs More
Same-day Arabic service costs up to 2x standard rates. Plan ahead for best prices.
Repetition Discounts
Arabic documents with repetitive content (manuals, catalogues) qualify for discounts up to 30%.
VAT Applies
All prices are subject to 20% VAT for UK customers. VAT-registered businesses can reclaim.
No Hidden Fees
Your Arabic translation quote includes everything: translation, certification, and digital delivery.
Understanding Arabic Per-Word Rates
Per-word pricing is the global standard for translation services. It ensures you only pay for what you need and allows accurate comparison between providers.
Our Arabic translation rates:
- Arabic ↔ English (£0.09-0.12/word): Most common pair, competitive rates
- Arabic ↔ French (£0.10-0.14/word): Popular for North African documents
- Arabic ↔ German (£0.10-0.14/word): Business and technical documents
- Arabic ↔ Spanish (£0.10-0.14/word): Growing demand
- Arabic ↔ Other European (£0.10-0.14/word): Italian, Dutch, Portuguese
- Arabic ↔ Turkish (£0.10-0.13/word): Regional language pair
What Affects Your Arabic Translation Price
Several factors influence the final cost:
- Service type: AI-assisted (Standard) vs human-only (Premium)
- Subject matter: General content vs specialist (legal, medical, technical)
- Urgency: Standard delivery vs express or same-day
- Target language: English is most competitive; other pairs cost slightly more
- Direction: English to Arabic includes RTL formatting
Getting an Accurate Arabic Translation Quote
For the most accurate quote:
- Upload your actual Arabic documents - Our system extracts the exact word count
- Select the right service type - Standard for most content, Premium for legal/medical
- Be realistic about deadlines - Rush fees add up quickly
- Mention specialist requirements - Legal, medical, or technical content needs expert translators
Our instant quote system shows you the exact price before you commit - no surprises.
2026 Update: We now offer loyalty discounts for returning Arabic translation customers and volume pricing for agencies with regular needs. Contact us for custom pricing arrangements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this topic
Per-word pricing ensures fairness and transparency. A 100-word Arabic letter costs less than a 10,000-word manual. This industry-standard approach lets you compare quotes accurately.
We have a minimum order value for Arabic translation. This covers the fixed costs of project setup, quality checks, and certification regardless of document length. Contact us for details.
No. Your quote includes Arabic translation, certification, RTL formatting (for English to Arabic), and digital delivery. Physical postage is optional. VAT (20%) is shown clearly.
Standard Arabic delivery (2-3 days): no surcharge. Fast (24hr): +15%. Express (12hr): +25%. Same-day (6hr): +40%. These reflect the premium for prioritising your project.
Yes. Large Arabic projects and ongoing work qualify for discounted rates. We also apply automatic repetition discounts when documents contain repeated content.
Arabic requires specialist translators familiar with RTL formatting, regional dialects, and complex script. However, as Arabic specialists, we offer competitive rates.
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