About the European Portuguese language.
European Portuguese is the Portuguese of Portugal. The written standard of Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé and Príncipe and Timor-Leste is also based on it, so it is the right choice for most documents going to or coming from Portuguese-speaking Africa as well as Portugal.
European and Brazilian Portuguese share one language but differ in spelling, vocabulary, grammar and forms of address. A text written for Brazil reads as foreign in Lisbon or Maputo, and the reverse. Tell us the country of the reader; for Brazil, see our Brazilian Portuguese page.
We translate in both directions. Common work includes documents for Portuguese citizenship, residence and property, Mozambican and Angolan certificates for use in South Africa, and contracts and company documents for business across the Lusophone world.
Common documents include birth and marriage certificates, police clearances, academic records, powers of attorney and court papers. A certified translation is available for these. If an authority asks for a sworn translation, ask us to confirm availability for the language pair.
Our European Portuguese translation services.
A comprehensive range of European Portuguese language services for businesses, legal professionals, government bodies, and individuals.
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European Portuguese document translation
Accurate translation of written materials including contracts, reports, correspondence, and marketing content.
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European Portuguese website and software localisation
Adapting websites, applications, and digital platforms for European Portuguese-speaking audiences, including text, interface elements, and supporting content.
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European Portuguese interpreting
Professional oral interpreting in European Portuguese, available in consecutive and simultaneous formats for meetings, hearings, conferences, and events.
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European Portuguese voice-over
Multilingual voice recording for video and audio productions requiring European Portuguese language delivery.
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European Portuguese subtitling
Accurate, timed European Portuguese subtitles for films, corporate videos, e-learning content, and broadcast media.
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European Portuguese desktop publishing
Formatting and layout services for print and digital materials translated into European Portuguese, ensuring a professional finished product.
Certified, legal and business European Portuguese translation.
Certified European Portuguese translation
Premium Lingua provides certified European Portuguese translation services for documents requiring official recognition. Our certified translations are produced by experienced, qualified native-speaking linguists and meet the accuracy, cultural, and technical standards required for legal, academic, immigration, and official purposes.
Common documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, degree certificates and police clearance certificates. Requirements differ between courts, embassies, universities and immigration authorities, so tell us where the European Portuguese translation will be submitted and send any written instructions you have. If an authority asks for a sworn translation, ask us to confirm availability for the language pair.
European Portuguese legal translation
Legal translation into and from European Portuguese requires specialist knowledge of legal terminology, document conventions, and the specific requirements of the relevant legal system. Each project is assigned to a linguist with the right language pair and subject expertise, and managed by a named project manager.
- Contracts, agreements, and commercial negotiations
- Court pleadings, motions, and legal filings
- Patent applications and intellectual property documents
- Legal correspondence including letters and emails
- Expert witness reports and legal opinions
- Regulatory filings and licence applications
European Portuguese government translation
Premium Lingua provides European Portuguese translation services for government agencies, public sector bodies, and organisations working in regulated or government-related environments. Our linguists have experience handling the specific terminology, formatting requirements, and confidentiality standards that government translation demands.
Client materials are handled under confidentiality requirements, with access restricted to the people who need them to deliver the service, and our privacy framework is designed around the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
European Portuguese business document translation
For businesses operating in or engaging with European Portuguese-speaking markets, clear and accurate communication is essential. Share previous translations, glossaries or approved terminology before we start, so your European Portuguese content stays consistent across projects. Our business translation services cover:
- Marketing materials including brochures, adverts, and promotional content
- Financial reports, balance sheets, and income statements
- Company policies, procedures, and internal guidelines
- Business contracts and commercial agreements
- Business correspondence including emails and letters
- Product catalogues, technical specifications, and datasheets
- Human resources documents including job descriptions and employee handbooks
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