About Lingo Service
Trusted by government bodies, law firms and global corporations for professional translation services since 2012
Our Story
From a small Cardiff office to a trusted partner for global organisations — here's how we got here
2012 — A Vision Takes Shape
Founded with a clear mission: deliver translations that don't just convert words, but preserve meaning, context, and cultural nuance. Started with a small team of dedicated linguists in London.
2015 — Trusted by Government
Became a framework supplier for the Welsh Government and secured contracts with NHS trusts. Opened our Cardiff office to better serve clients across the UK.
2018 — ISO Certification
Achieved ISO 17100 certification for translation services, demonstrating our commitment to international quality standards. Became Home Office approved for immigration documents.
2020 — World-Class Clients
Partnered with Formula 1, UNICEF, and Save the Children. Expanded our linguist network to cover 200+ languages with native speakers in over 100 countries.
2025 — The Future
Serving thousands of clients worldwide with cutting-edge translation technology and AI-assisted workflows, while maintaining the human expertise that makes great translation possible.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Accuracy First
Every translation undergoes rigorous quality control. We don't just translate words—we ensure meaning, context, and cultural nuance are preserved.
Trust & Confidentiality
GDPR-compliant handling of all documents. Your sensitive information is protected with enterprise-grade security measures.
Expert Linguists
Native speakers with subject-matter expertise. Our translators are qualified professionals, not automated systems.
Fast Turnaround
Standard delivery in 24-48 hours. Urgent projects completed in 12-24 hours without compromising quality.
Certified Excellence
ISO 17100 certified, Home Office approved, ITI corporate members. Our certifications demonstrate our commitment to professional standards.
Client-Focused
We listen, understand, and deliver exactly what you need. Your success is our success, and we're committed to building long-term partnerships.
Certifications & Accreditations
Recognised by leading authorities and professional bodies
ISO 17100 Certified
International standard for translation services. Ensures quality management, translator qualifications, and service delivery.
Home Office Approved
Our certified translations are accepted by UKVI, HM Passport Office, and all UK government bodies for visa and immigration purposes.
ITI Corporate Member
Corporate membership of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting—the UK's leading professional body for translators and interpreters.
Our Approach
How we ensure quality in every translation
Match
We match your project with a native linguist who has expertise in your subject matter and language pair.
Translate
Your qualified translator works on the project, ensuring accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and proper formatting.
Review
Our in-house quality assurance team reviews every translation for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with requirements.
Deliver
You receive your completed translation, formatted correctly and ready for use, with certification if required.
Trusted By Leading Organisations
We're proud to serve clients across industries
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