About the Urdu language.
Urdu is the national language of Pakistan, an official language there alongside English, and an official language in several Indian states. It is written right to left in a Perso-Arabic script, usually in the Nastaliq style. Other Indo-Aryan languages we translate include Sindhi, Assamese, Awadhi and Bengali.
Urdu text runs right to left, so forms, tables and designed documents need to be rebuilt, not just filled in. Our desktop publishing team handles right-to-left typesetting. Spoken Urdu and Hindi are closely related, but the scripts and formal vocabulary differ. Choose by who will read the text. Many Pakistani official documents are issued in English. Tell us what is on the page before you order.
Urdu to English is usually personal, civil and academic documents. English to Urdu is usually community, public information and business content.
Common Urdu documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, affidavits and academic transcripts. 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 Urdu 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 Urdu project before quoting.
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Urdu document translation
Accurate translation of written materials including contracts, reports, correspondence, and marketing content.
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Urdu website and software localisation
Adapting websites, applications, and digital platforms for Urdu-speaking audiences, including text, interface elements, and supporting content.
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Urdu interpreting
Ask about Urdu 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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Urdu voice-over
Multilingual voice recording for video and audio productions requiring Urdu language delivery.
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Urdu subtitling
Accurate, timed Urdu subtitles for films, corporate videos, e-learning content, and broadcast media.
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Urdu desktop publishing
Formatting and layout services for print and digital materials translated into Urdu, ensuring a professional finished product.
Certified, legal and business Urdu translation.
Certified Urdu translation
For official documents, tell us which institution will receive your Urdu 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 Urdu 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.
Urdu legal translation
Legal translation into and from Urdu 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
Urdu government translation
Premium Lingua provides Urdu 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).
Urdu business document translation
For businesses operating in or engaging with Urdu-speaking markets, clear and accurate communication is essential. Share previous translations, glossaries or approved terminology before we start, so your Urdu 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 Urdu 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.