¿Cuánto cuesta contratar un intérprete o traductor de chino en México?

In Mexico the cost of professional Chinese interpretation ranges between 50~200 USD per hour, but the service is almost never offered per hour, but per day or half day. If you need Chinese-Spanish-English interpretation or translation, the final price depends on several factors. Here we explain what drives the rate and how to ask for a clear and comparable quote.

¿Cuándo se necesita un perito traductor?

In Mexico, there is no "certified/official translation" issued by schools, associations or other entities. For documents with validity before judicial and administrative authorities, what is usually requested is an expert translator. Find out what an expert translator is and when it is necessary.

¿Dónde sí buscar intérpretes de chino?

Specialized Chinese-Spanish/English agencies with actual Mandarin experience and knowledge of the interpreter they assign; associations/colleges with directories of professional interpreters; professional profiles and personal sites of interpreters with portfolios and references.

¿Dónde no buscar intérpretes de chino?

Language schools (teaching ≠ interpreting). Generic recruiters (usually outsource without filtering specialty). Social networks with "Chinese speakers wanted" (lots of noise, little alignment).

¿Mandarín o cantonés?

In Mexico, Mandarin covers the vast majority of cases. Confirm this with your Chinese counterpart.

How to find a Chinese interpreter in Mexico (quick guide)

14 Sep

Written by Alonso Coronado

Professional Chinese-Spanish-English interpreters in corporate office; guide to find Chinese interpreter in Mexico.

Do you need specialized Chinese interpretation and/or translation in Mexico? Follow these steps to choose the right professional and ensure a frictionless project.

Request a quote

1) Define the service before quoting

Dates, schedule and location (impacts availability, hours and per diem).
Nature of the event: conference, commercial visit, audit, training, installation, etc. (helps to assign the appropriate profile).
Modality: simultaneous (booth), consecutive or liaison (face-to-face, with brief pauses for interpretation); confirm whether Chinese-Spanish only or also English.
Equipment required (booth, receivers, portable equipment).

Tip: The more information you share, the better profiles and proposals you will receive.

2) Where to search (and where not to search)

Yes search

Agencies specialized in Chinese-Spanish/English with real Mandarin experience and who know the interpreter they assign.
Associations/colleges with directories of professional interpreters.
Professional profiles and personal sites of interpreters with portfolios and references.

Do not search

Language schools (teaching ≠ interpreting).
Generic recruiters (they usually outsource without filtering specialty).
Social networks with "Chinese speakers wanted" (much noise, little alignment).

3) Evaluates and decides

Request 3 proposals and the CV of the assigned interpreter.
Verify sector experience (e.g. finance vs. machinery).
Confirm modality, hours, equipment, per diem and conditions in writing.
Book in advance to ensure availability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Mandarin or Cantonese?
In Mexico, Mandarin covers the vast majority of cases. Confirm with your Chinese counterpart.

One or two interpreters?
In simultaneous, the professional is a team of 2 interpreters. In consecutive/liaison, 1 may be enough depending on duration and complexity.

How much does it cost?
Depends on modality, hours, specialty and if there is equipment. Ask for an all-inclusive package (fees + equipment + travel expenses) to compare "apples to apples". If you want to know reference price ranges, you can consult this article.

Do you also translate Chinese-Spanish-English documents?
Yes. We offer technical, legal and corporate translation.

Coverage

We serve CDMX, Monterrey, Guadalajara, Queretaro, Puebla and projects throughout Mexico, Latin America and North America. Tell us about your event and we will send you a customized proposal.