About the Scots language.
Scots is spoken across the Scottish Lowlands, in the north-east, where it is called Doric, around Aberdeen, in Orkney and Shetland, and as Ulster Scots in Northern Ireland. It is a Germanic language that grew from the same roots as English, and the United Kingdom recognises it under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. Whether Scots is a language or a dialect of English is debated.
Scots has no single official spelling, and its regional forms differ in vocabulary and pronunciation. Tell us where your readers are and we will follow their form. Scots is not Scottish Gaelic, a Celtic language with its own page.
Scottish and Northern Irish official documents are issued in English. Scots work is usually cultural, education and public material, literature and research, and marketing.
We translate in both directions, including Scots into English. 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 Scots translation services.
A comprehensive range of Scots language services for businesses, legal professionals, government bodies, and individuals.
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Scots document translation
Accurate translation of written materials including contracts, reports, correspondence, and marketing content.
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Scots website and software localisation
Adapting websites, applications, and digital platforms for Scots-speaking audiences, including text, interface elements, and supporting content.
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Scots interpreting
Professional oral interpreting in Scots, available in consecutive and simultaneous formats for meetings, hearings, conferences, and events.
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Scots voice-over
Multilingual voice recording for video and audio productions requiring Scots language delivery.
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Scots subtitling
Accurate, timed Scots subtitles for films, corporate videos, e-learning content, and broadcast media.
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Scots desktop publishing
Formatting and layout services for print and digital materials translated into Scots, ensuring a professional finished product.
Certified, legal and business Scots translation.
Certified Scots translation
Premium Lingua provides certified Scots 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 Scots 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.
Scots legal translation
Legal translation into and from Scots 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
Scots government translation
Premium Lingua provides Scots 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).
Scots business document translation
For businesses operating in or engaging with Scots-speaking markets, clear and accurate communication is essential. Share previous translations, glossaries or approved terminology before we start, so your Scots 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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