About the Finnish language.
Finnish is one of the two official languages of Finland, alongside Swedish, and an official language of the European Union. It is a Uralic language, closely related to Estonian and distantly related to Hungarian, and is written in the Latin alphabet with the letters ä and ö. Other Uralic languages we translate include Estonian, Northern Sámi and Hungarian. We also translate Danish, another language of Northern Europe.
Finnish builds long words with suffixes and has many grammatical cases, so translations need rewriting rather than word-for-word rendering. Longer words can also affect layouts. Many Finnish official documents are bilingual. Tell us which language your document is in, or whether it is both. Ä and ö are separate letters and matter in names. We keep them exactly as written.
Finnish to English is usually personal, civil, academic and company documents. English to Finnish is usually business, technical and marketing content.
Common Finnish documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, degree certificates and police clearance certificates. 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 Finnish translation services.
Tell us the source and target languages, intended audience and service required. We confirm the available linguist, format and review level for your Finnish project before quoting.
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Finnish document translation
Accurate translation of written materials including contracts, reports, correspondence, and marketing content.
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Finnish website and software localisation
Adapting websites, applications, and digital platforms for Finnish-speaking audiences, including text, interface elements, and supporting content.
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Finnish interpreting
Ask about Finnish interpreting for your meeting, hearing or event. Include the date, location or online platform and preferred interpreting mode so we can check availability.
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Finnish voice-over
Multilingual voice recording for video and audio productions requiring Finnish language delivery.
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Finnish subtitling
Accurate, timed Finnish subtitles for films, corporate videos, e-learning content, and broadcast media.
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Finnish desktop publishing
Formatting and layout services for print and digital materials translated into Finnish, ensuring a professional finished product.
Certified, legal and business Finnish translation.
Certified Finnish translation
For official documents, tell us which institution will receive your Finnish translation and send its written requirements. We assess the language pair and confirm whether the project needs a signed statement of accuracy, a sworn translator or another process. Acceptance is decided by the receiving institution.
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 Finnish 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.
Finnish legal translation
Legal translation into and from Finnish 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
Finnish government translation
Premium Lingua provides Finnish translation services for government agencies, public sector bodies, and organisations working in regulated or government-related environments. Send the required terminology, document format and confidentiality instructions with your brief so these can be assessed and included in the agreed scope.
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).
Finnish business document translation
For businesses operating in or engaging with Finnish-speaking markets, clear and accurate communication is essential. Share previous translations, glossaries or approved terminology before we start, so your Finnish 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
Request your Finnish project quote.
We aim to reply within two business hours, Monday to Friday, South African time. Include your language pair, intended use and deadline so we can assess the scope.
Request received.
A project manager will reply by email or phone, Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 SAST.