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The questions that stop people most. If yours isn't here, call or write.
ORDERING
Ordering
What do I need to order a translation?
The document as a clear scan or photo, the language pair and the authority or purpose. Add it to the cart, check out, then email the files to support@livetranslationservice.com with your order reference. We confirm receipt and the page count by email.
Can I upload files on the site?
No. The site does not take uploads. Email your files to support@livetranslationservice.com with your reference. We confirm that they arrived.
What if my scan is hard to read?
We check the files first. If parts are unreadable we tell you before starting, and mark them in the translation.
I'm not sure which service I need.
Ask. Call +47 35 96 78 52 or send the quote form. We reply within 1 working hour in office hours.
How fast will I get it?
Standard and Express turnarounds are on each service and on the price list. The clock starts when we have all the files and have confirmed the page count.
PRICES
Prices
Is the price final?
The price includes 25% MVA. We confirm the page count when we see the files. If it differs from your order, we write before starting, and you can cancel for free.
What is a normal page?
250 words. Official documents are charged per page of the original instead.
What does Express cost?
+50%, shown beside each price. It applies to written work.
Do you show prices without MVA?
Yes. The price list shows both, and your confirmation shows the MVA included.
What about rare languages or very large jobs?
We say so before you pay, and quote them.
AUTHORITIES
Authorities and official use
Will UDI, NOKUT or my embassy accept your translation?
It depends on the authority. Many accept a professional agency's translation, some require a statsautorisert translator. Tell us the authority and we say which applies before you pay.
What is a statsautorisert translator?
A protected Norwegian title for translators who have passed a state-recognised examination and may certify their work. We do not present our translations as statsautorisert.
Do you do apostille or legalisation?
No. Those are issued by public bodies. We can point you to the right one.
Can I get the translation by post?
Yes, for official and legal documents: NOK 150 via Posten. Choose it at checkout.
INTERPRETING
Interpreting
How soon can I book an interpreter?
Video or phone in office hours: at least 1 working day ahead. Evenings and weekends: 2 working days. On site: 3 working days. Need it sooner? Call us.
Which platforms do you use?
Teams, Zoom, or a normal phone call.
What if I need to cancel?
Free until 24 hours before the start. Within 24 hours we charge 50% of the booked fee. If no one joins and we were not told, we charge the full fee.
Is the interpreter impartial?
Yes. The interpreter conveys what is said, adds nothing and keeps it confidential.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Confidentiality
Who sees my documents?
Only the two linguists on your job. NDA on request.
How long do you keep my files?
Up to 12 months after delivery, so we can correct errors. Then they are deleted. Earlier on request. Order records are kept as the bookkeeping rules require.
Is my medical data safe?
Health data is special-category data under the GDPR. We use it only to translate and share it only with the linguists on your job.
PAYMENT
Payment
How do I pay?
By card at checkout. While the shop runs in test mode, no real payment is taken, and the checkout says so.
Can I get an invoice instead?
Write to us before ordering and we say what we can do.
What if I need a refund?
Interpreting: free cancellation until 24 hours before. Translation: free before work starts; after that, work done is charged and errors that are ours are corrected free. Consumers also have a 14-day right of withdrawal. See the refund policy.
What is the right of withdrawal?
As a consumer you may withdraw within 14 days. If you ask us to start sooner, the right lapses when the service is fully performed, and you pay for work already done.
Question not answered?
Call +47 35 96 78 52 or write to support@livetranslationservice.com.