Document translation and interpreters for Lao, Chinese, Thai and English.
Business unit: Business & Government Services
What this service is
We translate business, legal and personal documents between Lao, Chinese, Thai and English, and provide interpreters for meetings, negotiations, site visits and events.
Translators work into their native language. Documents for government submission are formatted to match the original, with certification arranged when the receiving office requires it.
Who it is for
- Companies preparing contracts, licences or tenders in Laos
- Investors meeting Lao partners or officials
- Factories and projects with Chinese and Lao teams on site
- Individuals with personal documents for visas, study or marriage
- Event organisers and business delegations
How we help
- Document translationContracts, company documents, licences, certificates, manuals and marketing material.
- Official document formattingTranslations laid out to match the original for submission to authorities.
- Meeting interpretationConsecutive interpreting for meetings, negotiations and government appointments.
- Site and factory interpretingInterpreters who work on construction sites, in factories and on field visits.
- Event and conference supportInterpreters and bilingual hosts for launches, seminars and delegations.
- Proofreading and localisationReviewing existing translations and adapting websites, labels and packaging.
How it works
Send your files or event details
Share documents, or the date, place and topic of the meeting.
Quotation
We quote by page, word count or interpreter day, with the delivery date.
Translation or briefing
A native-speaking translator works on the file, or the interpreter is briefed on your topic and terms.
Review
A second linguist checks names, numbers and terminology.
Delivery
You receive the files in Word or PDF, with printed or certified copies if needed.
Documents you will need
- Clear scans or photos of every page to be translated
- Spelling of names as shown on passports
- Glossary or previous translations (if you have them)
- Meeting agenda, presentation or technical terms (for interpreting)
The exact list depends on your case. We send you a checklist before we start.
Processing time
- Standard documents (1–5 pages)
- 1–2 working days
- Longer documents
- Quoted by volume
- Interpreter booking
- 3+ days in advance
- Urgent work
- Same or next day, on request
Times are estimates. Government processing times vary, and we confirm a timeline after reviewing your case.
Frequently asked questions
Which language pairs do you cover?
Lao, Chinese (Mandarin), Thai and English in any combination. Ask us about other languages.
Are your translations accepted by Lao authorities?
We format official translations for government submission and arrange certification when the receiving office asks for it. Requirements differ by office, so we check them first.
Can I book an interpreter for several days or outside Vientiane?
Yes. Interpreters can travel with you, and travel and accommodation are included in the quotation.
Is my document kept confidential?
Yes. Files are only shared with the people working on your job, and we can sign a confidentiality agreement.
Pricing
Contact us for quotation — Every case is different. Send us your details and we will prepare a quotation for your situation.
MVM GROUP