Charlie Bavington - C Bavington Ltd

French to English Translation Services

Meeting translation needs since 2003

Prices, delivery and payment

How much does a translation cost?

A basic document that is 2,000 words in length would cost around 160 GBP, but the precise cost of a given translation depends on:
- The length in terms of the number of words it contains (as an indication of the time it will take).
- The format, for example a Word document is a more straightforward proposition than, say, a Powerpoint file where text boxes may need to be adjusted to display the text as it is intended to be seen, for example.
- Technical complexity of subject matter and the amount of research time needed.

Conversely, a repetitive text could attract a discount compared to a text of similar size with no repetition.

The cost of a certified translation (i.e. for official purposes in the UK) is typically around 30 GBP per page.

How long does a translation take to deliver?

That basic 2,000-word document would typically be delivered in 48 hours: produce the draft translation on the first day, review and deliver the next day. Note it is not always possible to start work immediately, depending on the project pipeline. Yes, AI can probably produce output more quickly, but it will invent what it does not know (sometimes a human translator will ask clients questions about their texts), it will not spot mistakes or inconsistencies in the text... in short no-one reads your documents more carefully than a human translator.

How much does a review cost?

- The baseline charge for reviewing and editing existing documents in English is 30 GBP per 1,000 words (but can increase depending on quality, complexity, etc.)
- The baseline charge for reviewing a translation (including one you have produced using AI) is 40% of the theoretical cost of a translation from scratch, if your requirement is that I compare the translation to the original French version.

Please feel free to contact me for more details and/or to arrange a quote for your particular needs.

How much does a summary cost?

Summaries are charged by the hour, but requirements vary so much that to publish guidelines here is of no value.
As ever, please do contact me for more details and/or to arrange a quote for your particular needs.

Please note that for all services (translations, reviews, etc.), C Bavington Ltd needs to see the document(s) before accepting any assignment.

All documents and information provided are treated strictly confidentially.

How do we pay C Bavington Ltd?

Payment can be made by bank transfer in either sterling (GBP) or euros (EUR), after C Bavington Ltd has issued an invoice (usually after delivery).

For EU clients, payment can be made into an euro-denominated account held in France with one of France's largest banks. There is therefore no risk for the client.

Are the full terms and conditions available?

Yes, full terms and conditions can be found on this page.