- Arabicالعربية
- 500 million+Speakers worldwide
- 25 countriesOfficial language
- 6th official language of the United NationsKey market fact
The flags show some of the countries and regions where each language is spoken, not a single country of origin.
Arabic Translation for the Middle East, North Africa, and Beyond
Arabic is the official language of 25 countries and is spoken by over 500 million people across the Middle East, North Africa, the Gulf, and large diaspora communities worldwide. It is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
Arabic regional variants
Arabic-speaking markets span a range of economic profiles, from the high-income Gulf states and their technology and finance sectors to North Africa's growing e-commerce and manufacturing industries.
How we handle Arabic script and RTL
We provide Arabic translation in Modern Standard Arabic and regional variants including Gulf Arabic, Moroccan Arabic, Algerian Arabic, and Levantine Arabic. Arabic is written right to left, which requires specific handling in DTP, website design, and software interfaces.
Our team covers financial services, legal and regulatory documents, marketing materials and advertising copy, technical manuals, IT translation, e-commerce product content, and audiovisual content. All Arabic translation projects are reviewed for cultural appropriateness as well as linguistic accuracy. Civil records and commercial documents for a US court, an EU institution or a European embassy in the Gulf can be ordered as official certified translations, with the format set by the recipient.
Regional Variants Covered
We match each project to a translator from the target region. Every variant below is covered by native linguists.
- Modern Standard Arabic
- Gulf Arabic
- Moroccan Arabic
- Algerian Arabic
- Levantine Arabic
- Egyptian Arabic
Arabic Translation Services We Provide
Document Translation
Accurate translation of business documents, legal contracts, technical manuals, medical reports, and official certificates. Every project is handled by a specialist in the relevant field.
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Full website localization including UI strings, navigation, product descriptions, blog content, meta elements, and image alt text. WordPress translation via WPML available.
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Sworn and certified translation for immigration applications, official certificates, notarized declarations, and legal submissions, formatted to meet the requirements of courts, embassies, and government agencies.
Learn moreSEO Translation
SEO content translated with native keyword research in the target language. Metadata, on-page copy, and blog articles optimized for local search behavior, not translated from English keywords.
Learn moreInterpreting Services
Consecutive and simultaneous interpretation for business meetings, conferences, legal proceedings, and negotiations. On-site and remote formats available across Europe and internationally.
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Subtitling, dubbing, transcription, and voice-over services. Video content translated and timed by native linguists with experience in audiovisual formats and broadcast standards.
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Arabic Interpreters for Legal, Business, and Conference Settings
We provide professional Arabic interpretation for business meetings, legal proceedings, diplomatic events, commercial negotiations, conferences, and medical consultations.
Arabic interpretation services
Our Arabic interpreters cover Modern Standard Arabic and a range of regional dialects including Gulf Arabic, Egyptian, Levantine, and Moroccan Darija, matching the interpreter to the specific dialect and context of each assignment.
Consecutive and simultaneous interpretation are available for in-person events. Remote interpretation is offered for international video conferences, online hearings, and virtual negotiations.
Our interpreters cover major European business centers as well as Gulf cities including Dubai, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, with broader Middle Eastern and North African deployments available.
What Our Clients Say
“Amazing service! Very professional and quick. Greta communication via WhatsApp and email. I needed my documents very last minute and BeTranslated bent over back to help…”
Ines P.Google review, 9 months ago “We contacted Betranslated services in July 2024. My daughter had time sensitive documents that required certified translation from Spanish to English.”
Lyne G.Google review, a year ago “Excellent service and good value translation company! Efficient, accurate, and fast turnaround at competitive rates.”
Claire C.Google review, 2 years ago
Arabic Translation: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Modern Standard Arabic and dialect Arabic?
Modern Standard Arabic (MSA or Fusha) is the formal written form used in news media, official documents, legal texts, and formal communications across all Arabic-speaking countries. Dialect Arabic varies significantly by region and is used in spoken conversation and some informal written content.
For most business, legal, and official translation, MSA is appropriate. For marketing content targeting a specific region, dialect adaptation may be needed.
Do we handle right-to-left layout for Arabic documents?
Yes. Arabic reads and is laid out from right to left, which requires specific handling in Word documents, InDesign layouts, web interfaces, and software UI. Our DTP team is experienced in Arabic typesetting and produces correctly formatted output in all standard file formats including PDF, DOCX, INDD, and HTML.
Can we provide Arabic translation for the Gulf market?
Yes. We work with translators from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and other Gulf countries for content targeting Gulf audiences. Gulf Arabic business vocabulary and formal conventions differ from Egyptian or North African Arabic, and we match translators to the specific target market.
Professional Arabic Translation, Delivered on Time
Send us your Arabic documents, website, or interpreting brief. Native specialists confirm scope, certification needs, and timeline as quickly as possible.
- Native Specialists
- Certified Options
- Fast Turnaround