Interpreting
At a minister's negotiating table or on a dusty construction site. We choose the right mode and the right interpreter so the conversation never stops.
Types of interpreting
Simultaneous
The interpreter works from a booth almost in real time with the speaker. Best for conferences, forums, seminars and opening ceremonies with many participants and a fixed schedule. It demands full concentration, so interpreters work in pairs and switch every 15–30 minutes.
Consecutive
The speaker says a sentence or two and pauses; the interpreter follows. Best for negotiations, business meetings, MOU signings, plant visits and equipment training. No equipment needed.
On-site interpreters
We place interpreters on construction, industrial and production sites by the month: meetings, work instructions, safety briefings, document translation. We handle housing, workwear and visas and provide replacements.
Exhibitions, trips, online
We work at your stand with buyers and travel with you to Korea, China and Russia. Zoom and Teams meetings are interpreted consecutively or simultaneously.
Which mode do you need?
The most common choices for each situation. Not sure? Send us your programme and we'll suggest the best option.
| Situation | Mode | Interpreters | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conference, forum, seminar | Simultaneous (booth, receivers) | Pair; over 6 hours — three | Programme, slides, speaker list |
| Opening, ceremony, signing | Short speeches consecutive, long talks simultaneous | 1–2 | Running order, speech texts, guests' titles |
| Business meeting, negotiations | Consecutive | 1 (full day — 2) | Company profile, agenda, draft contract |
| Plant visit, equipment training | Consecutive (technical interpreter) | 1 | Documentation, term list, safety rules |
| Long-term construction or operations | On-site interpreter (monthly) | As many as needed, with rotation | Working hours, housing, scope of work |
| Exhibition stand | Consecutive | 1 per stand | Catalogue, price list, stand number |
| Online meeting | Online consecutive or simultaneous | 1–2 | Link, materials, connection test 10 minutes before |
| Hospital, government office (individuals) | Consecutive | 1 | Appointment time, purpose, existing documents |
How we choose and prepare interpreters
Good interpreting is decided the day before, not on the spot. Preparation starts the moment we receive your programme.
Matched to your field
From our interpreter network we pick someone who has worked in your field. Ministerial meetings and international congresses are handled by interpreters with state-event experience.
Prepared on your materials
We study presentations, company profiles and participant lists and build a glossary of names and terms. With no materials, we research the company and industry ourselves.
Keeping the conversation on track
Beyond words, we watch titles, etiquette and cultural differences so nothing is misunderstood, and adapt instantly when plans change.
Support after the meeting
We help arrange the next meeting, translate documents you received and handle follow-up correspondence.
Process
Request
Send the date, place, languages, topic and number of participants via the form or a messenger.
Quote and confirmation
Within two hours we propose the mode, team size and price. Once confirmed, you get the interpreter's name and contact.
Preparation
We study the materials, build a glossary, hold a briefing if needed and arrange simultaneous equipment.
Interpreting and settlement
We interpret on site or online, record the actual hours and close the invoice.
Prices
| Consecutive interpretingper hour | from 8 000 ₸ |
| Simultaneous interpreting | quoted per programme and equipment |
| On-site interpreter | monthly quote |
Prices for Russian, Kazakh and English. Korean and Chinese are quoted separately based on the document and schedule.
Terms
Every item below is written into your quote in advance, so there are no surprises later.
Minimum booking
Consecutive from 2 hours, online from 1 hour. Half-day (4 h) and full-day (8 h) bookings lower the hourly rate.
Overtime
Time beyond the agreed schedule is charged in 30-minute steps. Waiting time on site counts as working time.
Evenings, weekends, holidays
Work after 20:00, at weekends and on Kazakhstan's public holidays carries a surcharge, shown in the quote.
Simultaneous team
Simultaneous interpreting is always done in pairs. Programmes longer than 6 hours or without breaks need three interpreters.
Simultaneous equipment
Booth, transmitters and receivers come from the venue or are rented from our partners and included in the quote. Tell us the number of participants and we'll size the equipment.
Travel
Outside Almaty and abroad, transport, accommodation and per diems are charged at cost. A travel-only day is charged as a half day.
Materials
Please send slides and speeches 3 days before simultaneous and 1 day before consecutive interpreting. Materials make a visible difference to quality.
Changes and cancellation
Free up to 48 hours before. Cancellation within 24 hours — 50%, on the day — 100%. For trips, tickets and bookings already made are charged.
Recording and broadcast
Please tell us in advance if interpreting will be recorded or broadcast; separate terms apply.
Payment
Companies pay by bank transfer against a contract or invoice, in tenge, won or US dollars. Individuals pay when booking.
Languages
- Korean ↔ Russian
- Korean ↔ Kazakh
- Korean ↔ English
- Chinese ↔ Russian
- Chinese ↔ Kazakh
- English ↔ Russian
- English ↔ Kazakh
- Other languages on request
Key projects
- Korea–Kazakhstan summit interpretingAugust 2021, September 2026, Seoul
- Simultaneous interpreting at a congress of religious leadersSeptember 2025, Astana
- Kazakhstan's Minister of AI and Digital Development meets a major Korean groupNovember 2026, Astana
- Almaty maglev projectJuly 2025 – present, Astana and Almaty
- Korean water industry delegationOctober 2026, Astana
- On-site interpreters at plant construction in Ekibastuz2025 – present, Ekibastuz
FAQ
Can I meet the interpreter in advance?
Yes. For important negotiations and long-term assignments we send the interpreter's CV and can arrange a short call beforehand.
Can I book a day ahead?
Usually yes — we have found consecutive interpreters a day ahead and even on the same day. Simultaneous needs equipment and a pair, so a week's notice is best.
Can you handle complex technical subjects?
We regularly interpret plant construction, commissioning, water treatment, medical equipment and a maglev project. A term list or manual makes the result even more precise.
How do you manage on-site interpreters?
We reconcile working days every month, provide replacements during illness or leave and handle housing, workwear and visas ourselves.
Can you cover a whole Korean delegation programme?
Yes. Airport pickup, government meetings, site visits, dinners — we staff the entire programme and help with cars and hotels.
Is confidentiality guaranteed?
Interpreters never use meeting content outside the assignment. On request, the company and interpreters sign an NDA.
Need an interpreter?
Send the date and place and we'll propose the mode and interpreter right away.