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Brazilian Portuguese ↔ English

Brazilian Portuguese to English Translation Services

Professional, human-led translation for Brazilian Portuguese documents, business content and recordings — with English to Brazilian Portuguese translation available too.

From certified personal documents to contracts, research interviews and localisation projects, we focus on terminology, presentation and the audience who will use the finished translation.

Human translatorsBilingual quality reviewCertified options
Document preparation for professional translation
PT-BR ↔ ENTranslation in either direction, tailored to the intended reader.
LANGUAGE SUPPORT FORLegal & immigrationBusiness & technologyMarket researchPersonal documents
Translation services

Choose the service your material needs.

Brazilian Portuguese is not always interchangeable with European Portuguese. The language direction, audience and purpose matter — particularly for official and specialist work.

01 / DOCUMENTS

Brazilian Portuguese to English

Human translation of legal files, official certificates, academic records, business documents and professional correspondence.

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02 / BRAZILIAN AUDIENCES

English to Brazilian Portuguese

Translate and localise websites, digital products, training resources and customer-facing content for readers in Brazil.

Translation services
03 / AUDIO & VIDEO

Transcription & translation

Turn Brazilian Portuguese interviews, recordings and videos into clear transcripts and English translations with agreed formatting.

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04 / OFFICIAL USE

Certified translations

Translation with the relevant certification statement for authorities or organisations, based on the intended destination and submission rules.

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The language difference

Brazilian Portuguese deserves a Brazilian Portuguese approach.

Vocabulary, expressions, regional usage and tone can differ from Portuguese used in Portugal.

We establish whether the finished content is for an English-speaking organisation or a Brazilian audience. Specialist terminology, names, figures, cultural context and the intended use all affect the translation.

  • Native-language specialists
  • Business & legal terminology
  • Regional wording & tone
  • Names, dates & figures
  • Readable document formatting
  • Bilingual quality review
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Types of content

From a single certificate to a multilingual project.

Whether you're preparing documents for an authority or adapting content for customers in Brazil, the scope is agreed before translation begins.

01 / LEGAL

Legal & litigation

Contracts, court papers, witness statements, powers of attorney, immigration records and supporting evidence.

02 / RESEARCH

Market research

Discussion guides, screeners, qualitative interviews, survey materials, transcripts and research summaries.

03 / BUSINESS

Business & technology

Websites, apps, marketing copy, policies, presentations, product material and training content.

04 / PERSONAL

Certified documents

Birth and marriage certificates, academic transcripts, ID records, bank statements and other personal paperwork.

PDF & scansWord / DOCXExcel / XLSXPowerPointCSV & textSubtitle filesAudio & videoDesign & localisation exports
Transparent starting points

Brazilian Portuguese translation pricing.

Existing indicative service rates are shown below. Your final price depends on the material, word count, language direction, complexity, certification and deadline.

Certified civil documents

From £30

Per page of up to 250 words for straightforward civil documents.

Specialist legal & business

£0.14–£0.22

Per source word, depending on complexity and project requirements.

Transcription & translation

From £1.60

Per audio minute for suitable clear Brazilian Portuguese recordings translated into English.

Same-day requests

+25–40%

Indicative urgency surcharge, subject to capacity and feasibility.

The previous service guide indicates 24–48 hours for many straightforward single-page documents. No turnaround or total price is confirmed until your files have been reviewed.

Official document support

Certified, notarised or sworn? The destination matters.

These terms have different meanings and requirements depending on the country, document and receiving authority.

Tell us whether the translation is for a UK organisation, USCIS in the United States, a court, a consulate or a Brazilian authority. We can review the requirements you provide before confirming the appropriate service.

  • UKVI & Home Office submissions
  • USCIS-related certification
  • Court & consulate documents
  • Digital or printed copies
  • Stamps, seals & tables
  • Notarisation enquiries

Brazilian sworn translation: If the receiving organisation specifies a tradutor juramentado, send its exact instructions; sworn translation rules are jurisdiction-specific.

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Before you enquire

What to include in your translation request.

A few details help avoid unnecessary back-and-forth and make the quotation more accurate.

01

Your material

Share a clear document, scan, editable source file, audio or video sample.

02

Language direction

Confirm Brazilian Portuguese to English or English to Brazilian Portuguese.

03

Intended use

Name the authority, court, company, market or audience receiving the translation.

04

Deadline & guidance

Include the exact date, terminology references and any formatting or certification instructions.

Customer feedback

What clients say about Transcribe Lingo.

Amazing service. Quick turnaround and accurate translations, totally worth the price as it was handled by professionals experienced in legal documentation.
Highly recommend Transcribe Lingo for being prompt to respond to our last minute request! The service provided was thoroughly professional! The team was really supportive throughout the whole process.
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Frequently asked questions

Brazilian Portuguese translation FAQs.

Answers to the most common questions about Brazilian documents, language variants and certified translation.

Is Brazilian Portuguese different from European Portuguese?

They are varieties of the same language, but vocabulary, expressions, tone and usage differ. For content aimed at Brazil, request Brazilian Portuguese (PT-BR) specifically.

Can you translate Brazilian Portuguese documents into English?

Yes. The service covers personal certificates, legal files, academic records, business documents and many other formats. Send a clear copy and tell us the purpose of the translation.

Can you transcribe Brazilian Portuguese recordings and translate them?

Yes. Brazilian Portuguese interviews, calls, meetings and video recordings can be transcribed and translated into English. Recording quality, duration, number of speakers and preferred transcript format affect the quote.

Do you offer certified translations for UK or US authorities?

Certified translations can be prepared for applicable UK and US submission requirements. Identify the receiving authority and any instructions before ordering so the appropriate statement and output can be confirmed.

How quickly can my translation be completed?

For straightforward single-page documents, the existing guide is 24–48 hours. Same-day delivery may be possible for selected files, subject to capacity and complexity. The actual deadline is confirmed after review.

Will document tables, stamps and seals be included?

Tables and headings can be mirrored where practical. Stamps, seals and handwritten notes may be described or marked clearly in the translated document when they cannot be reproduced appropriately.

Do I need a sworn translator in Brazil?

Not always. The requirement depends on the authority and country of submission. If a Brazilian sworn translation is specifically requested, please send the receiving authority’s instructions for review.

How are confidential documents handled?

Project access is restricted to the relevant team and an NDA can be requested. Discuss any additional confidentiality, data-retention or compliance requirements before submitting sensitive material.

Start your translation

Have a Brazilian Portuguese document or recording ready?

Send the file or describe the assignment, language direction, intended use and deadline. We will review the scope and confirm pricing and expected delivery.

Get in touchUK: +44 121 295 8707USA: +1 213 669 6381hello@transcribelingo.comInclude your files, language direction and deadline.