About the Levantine Arabic language.
Levantine Arabic, called Shami, is the everyday spoken Arabic of Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Palestine, and of large Syrian, Lebanese and Palestinian communities around the world. It differs from the formal written language in vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation, and each country, and often each city, has its own accent.
Levantine Arabic is mainly spoken; when written informally it uses Arabic script or Latin letters. Official documents are written in Modern Standard Arabic, which our Arabic page covers; this page is for the spoken language. Official documents from the region are issued in Modern Standard Arabic, and we translate them too.
Levantine Arabic matters most for spoken and informal work: interpreting for refugee, immigration and asylum interviews, legal and medical appointments, subtitles and voice-over, and marketing aimed at Levantine audiences. Tell us the speaker's country and we will match the interpreter.
We translate and interpret in both directions. Arabic names are often spelled in more than one way, so we keep them consistent with the passport or other documents you supply. 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 Levantine Arabic translation services.
A comprehensive range of Levantine Arabic language services for businesses, legal professionals, government bodies, and individuals.
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Levantine Arabic document translation
Accurate translation of written materials including contracts, reports, correspondence, and marketing content.
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Levantine Arabic website and software localisation
Adapting websites, applications, and digital platforms for Levantine Arabic-speaking audiences, including text, interface elements, and supporting content.
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Levantine Arabic interpreting
Professional oral interpreting in Levantine Arabic, available in consecutive and simultaneous formats for meetings, hearings, conferences, and events.
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Levantine Arabic voice-over
Multilingual voice recording for video and audio productions requiring Levantine Arabic language delivery.
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Levantine Arabic subtitling
Accurate, timed Levantine Arabic subtitles for films, corporate videos, e-learning content, and broadcast media.
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Levantine Arabic desktop publishing
Formatting and layout services for print and digital materials translated into Levantine Arabic, ensuring a professional finished product.
Certified, legal and business Levantine Arabic translation.
Certified Levantine Arabic translation
Premium Lingua provides certified Levantine Arabic 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 Levantine Arabic 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.
Levantine Arabic legal translation
Legal translation into and from Levantine Arabic 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
Levantine Arabic government translation
Premium Lingua provides Levantine Arabic 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).
Levantine Arabic business document translation
For businesses operating in or engaging with Levantine Arabic-speaking markets, clear and accurate communication is essential. Share previous translations, glossaries or approved terminology before we start, so your Levantine Arabic 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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