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UKVI Experienced

Immigration & UKVI Interpreters

Interpreters for Home Office interviews, UKVI appointments, asylum hearings, and immigration tribunals.

14Years Experience
50,000+Documents Translated

Why Lingo Service

  • ISO 17100 certified and an ITI corporate member
  • 260+ languages, native qualified linguists
  • Certified translation from £35, transparent pricing
  • Same-day return available on weekdays
  • GDPR-compliant, files stored in the UK

Translation Services We Provide

Specialist services delivered by qualified linguists

  • Home Office Interviews

    Visa interviews, settlement applications, citizenship

  • Immigration Tribunals

    Appeal hearings, judicial reviews

  • Asylum Interviews

    Substantive interviews, screening interviews

  • Solicitor Meetings

    Immigration lawyer consultations

  • Visa Appointments

    Visa application centres, biometric appointments

  • Family Reunion

    Spouse visa interviews, family applications

Why Choose Us

  • Security Cleared

    Enhanced DBS, immigration setting experience

  • Impartial

    Neutral interpretation, no advocacy

  • UKVI Experienced

    Familiar with Home Office procedures

  • Sensitive

    Trauma-informed, culturally aware

Client Types We Serve

Home Office

  • Visa interviews
  • Citizenship ceremonies
  • Settlement applications
  • Right to work checks

Legal

  • Immigration solicitors
  • Asylum claims
  • Appeal preparation
  • Judicial reviews

Immigration Centres

  • Removal centres
  • Reporting centres
  • Asylum accommodation
  • Detention visits

Enterprise & Volume Solutions

Scalable translation solutions for organisations with ongoing or high-volume needs

  • Dedicated Account Manager

    Single point of contact for all your translation needs. Priority support and project coordination.

  • Volume Pricing

    Competitive rates for high-volume projects. Translation memory reduces costs on recurring content.

  • Framework Agreements

    SLA-backed contracts with guaranteed turnaround times, fixed pricing, and service level commitments.

  • Security & Compliance

    Cyber Essentials certified. GDPR compliant. NDA protection. Secure file handling for sensitive documents.

Explore Enterprise Solutions

Or call our enterprise team: 0800 193 8888

Our Process

  1. Booking

    Request with date, location, language, interview type

  2. Interpreter Match

    Experienced immigration interpreter assigned

  3. Briefing

    Interpreter understands case type, any sensitivities

  4. Interpretation

    Professional, impartial interpretation throughout

Case Study

Immigration Interpreting

Supporting Home Office, immigration solicitors, and tribunals with experienced interpreters for visa, asylum, and settlement cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about immigration & UKVI interpreters

Are your interpreters experienced with Home Office interviews?

Yes - interpreters experienced with UKVI procedures, substantive asylum interviews, visa applications, citizenship ceremonies. Understand Home Office protocols and legal rights.

How much does immigration interpreting cost?

Immigration interpreting: £65-£90/hour (2h minimum) or £450-£600/day. Tribunal hearings: Day rate recommended. Travel to Home Office locations additional.

Do interpreters understand asylum procedures?

Yes - experienced with asylum screening, substantive interviews, appeals. Trauma-informed approach, understand sensitive questioning. Impartial and professional throughout.

Can you provide interpreters for immigration tribunals?

Yes - interpreters for First-tier and Upper Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber). Experienced with tribunal procedures, legal terminology, formal settings.

Are interpreters available at short notice?

Standard booking: 48 hours notice. Urgent/same-day: Subject to availability (surcharge applies). Common asylum languages (Arabic, Farsi, Tigrinya): Usually available at shorter notice.

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  • Accepted by the Home Office
  • Available 24 Hours
  • ITI Corporate Member