Languages we translate and interpret in Nigeria
Below are the languages clients in Nigeria ask for most. We work in more than 100 languages through our international network: if yours is not listed, ask us.
Nigerian languages
- Hausa
Hausa is the most widely spoken language across northern Nigeria and in neighbouring Niger. We translate Hausa letters, statements, community and court documents, and interpret for hospitals, NGOs and legal proceedings.
- Yoruba
Yoruba is spoken throughout the South West and in parts of Kwara and Kogi, as well as in Benin and Togo. We handle Yoruba personal statements, affidavits, family documents and interpreting for courts and interviews.
- Igbo
Igbo is the main language of the South East and is widely used in Delta and Rivers. We translate Igbo correspondence, customary and family documents, and provide interpreters for legal and medical settings.
- Nigerian Pidgin
Nigerian Pidgin is a lingua franca for tens of millions of speakers, especially in the South South and in Lagos. We translate recorded statements, messages and evidence, and interpret for interviews and hearings.
- Fulfulde (Fula)
Fulfulde is spoken by Fulani communities across the north of Nigeria and the wider Sahel. We work on Fulfulde statements, interviews and humanitarian material.
- Kanuri
Kanuri is the main language of Borno and Yobe and is also spoken around Lake Chad. We translate and interpret Kanuri for humanitarian, legal and medical work.
- Tiv
Tiv is spoken mainly in Benue and neighbouring states. We provide Tiv translation of statements and community documents, and Tiv interpreters.
- Ibibio
Ibibio is the main language of Akwa Ibom. We translate Ibibio documents and provide interpreters for legal, medical and community settings.
- Efik
Efik is spoken in Calabar and across Cross River and Akwa Ibom. We handle Efik translation and interpreting.
- Edo (Bini)
Edo (Bini) is spoken in Benin City and across Edo State. We translate Edo statements and family documents and provide Edo interpreters.
- Ijaw
Ijaw languages are spoken across the Niger Delta, especially in Bayelsa, Rivers and Delta. We provide Ijaw translation and interpreters.
- Urhobo
Urhobo is widely spoken in Delta State. We translate Urhobo documents and provide interpreters.
- Nupe
Nupe is spoken mainly in Niger and Kwara. We provide Nupe translation and interpreting.
- Igala
Igala is spoken in eastern Kogi. We provide Igala translation and interpreting.
- Idoma
Idoma is spoken in southern Benue. We provide Idoma translation and interpreting.
- Ebira
Ebira is spoken in central Kogi, around Okene. We provide Ebira translation and interpreting.
- Gbagyi
Gbagyi is spoken in the FCT, Niger and Kaduna. We provide Gbagyi translation and interpreting.
International languages
- English
English is Nigeria's official language. We translate documents from any language into English for Nigerian courts, ministries, universities and banks, and from English into other languages for use abroad.
- French
Nigeria is surrounded by French-speaking neighbours: Benin, Niger, Chad and Cameroon. We translate certificates, contracts and trade documents for ECOWAS business, and documents for study or immigration in France, Canada, Belgium and Switzerland.
- Arabic
Arabic is used in Islamic education across northern Nigeria and is needed for work, study and pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar and Egypt. We translate certificates, contracts and embassy documents to and from Arabic.
- German
Germany is a leading destination for Nigerian students and skilled workers. We translate degrees, transcripts, WAEC results and civil status documents for German universities, visas and recognition procedures.
- Spanish
We translate Nigerian documents into Spanish for study, marriage and residence in Spain and Latin America, and Spanish documents into English for use in Nigeria.
- Portuguese
We translate to and from Portuguese for Nigerian clients dealing with Brazil, Portugal, Angola and Mozambique, including trade contracts and civil status documents.
- Italian
Italy has a large Nigerian community. We translate birth, marriage and academic documents into Italian for residence, citizenship and university applications.
- Dutch
We translate documents into Dutch for the Netherlands and Belgium, including civil status documents for residence permits and business registration papers.
- Chinese (Mandarin)
China is one of Nigeria's largest trading partners. We translate contracts, invoices, technical documents and certificates between Chinese and English, and provide Mandarin interpreters for negotiations and site visits.
- Japanese
We translate documents into Japanese for study and work visas and for business with Japanese companies.
- Korean
We translate academic and civil status documents into Korean for scholarships, study and work in South Korea.
- Russian
We translate academic and personal documents into Russian for study in Russia and the CIS, and Russian documents into English.
- Turkish
We translate documents into Turkish for study, medical travel and business in Türkiye.
- Polish
We translate academic and civil status documents into Polish for study and work permits in Poland.
- Ukrainian
We translate Ukrainian academic records and diplomas into English, and Nigerian documents into Ukrainian.
- Hindi
We translate between Hindi and English for medical travel to India, business documents and personal correspondence.
- Swahili
We translate between Swahili and English for business and NGO work with East Africa.
- Greek
We translate civil status, academic and shipping documents between Greek and English.
- Romanian
We translate documents into Romanian for medical and university admissions in Romania.
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Prices vary with the document and the languages, so we quote every job. Attach your documents and we will reply within one business day.
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