About the Sinhala language.
Sinhala is the language of the majority of Sri Lankans and, with Tamil, one of the country's two official languages. It is an Indo-Aryan language written in its own Sinhala script. Older spellings include Sinhalese.
Sri Lankan civil documents, including many birth, marriage and death certificates, are issued in Sinhala or Tamil, sometimes with English. We check the language of each document before quoting, and we also translate Tamil.
We translate in both directions. Sinhala to English work is usually certificates, school records and court papers for immigration, study and work abroad. English to Sinhala work is usually information for Sri Lankan communities and business content.
Names often have several English spellings, so we keep them consistent with the passport or the 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 Sinhala translation services.
A comprehensive range of Sinhala language services for businesses, legal professionals, government bodies, and individuals.
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Sinhala document translation
Accurate translation of written materials including contracts, reports, correspondence, and marketing content.
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Sinhala website and software localisation
Adapting websites, applications, and digital platforms for Sinhala-speaking audiences, including text, interface elements, and supporting content.
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Sinhala interpreting
Professional oral interpreting in Sinhala, available in consecutive and simultaneous formats for meetings, hearings, conferences, and events.
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Sinhala voice-over
Multilingual voice recording for video and audio productions requiring Sinhala language delivery.
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Sinhala subtitling
Accurate, timed Sinhala subtitles for films, corporate videos, e-learning content, and broadcast media.
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Sinhala desktop publishing
Formatting and layout services for print and digital materials translated into Sinhala, ensuring a professional finished product.
Certified, legal and business Sinhala translation.
Certified Sinhala translation
Premium Lingua provides certified Sinhala 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 Sinhala 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.
Sinhala legal translation
Legal translation into and from Sinhala 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
Sinhala government translation
Premium Lingua provides Sinhala 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).
Sinhala business document translation
For businesses operating in or engaging with Sinhala-speaking markets, clear and accurate communication is essential. Share previous translations, glossaries or approved terminology before we start, so your Sinhala 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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A project manager will reply by email or phone, Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 SAST.