Services and pricing

Units of measurement

Text volume is measured in words using the 'Word Count' function in the 'Tools' menu of the Microsoft Word application. Sometimes we need to use specialized software (PractiCount & Invoice) to count words if the text executed in other programs (Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Acrobat, AutoCad, etc.)
In most cases the procedure of volume measurement is applied to the source text, based on which the customer can accurately calculate the payment amount when placing the order. Nevertheless, when source materials for translation are submitted in an electronic format which precludes volume measurement or in a printed form the precise text volume is established for the target text using the above-mentioned method.
At translating documents for notary legalization we use one page as the unit of measurement. If additional service are required such us assistance in notary legalization of translations, certification of copies’ authenticity, documents' legalization (Apostille) in state bodies of the Republic of Belarus we use 1 document regardless of page quantity as the unit of measurement.
As far as interpreting is concerned, 1 hour as the measurement unit is used. If we work in the city of Minsk just quantity of hours is calculated within half an hour accuracy. If our translator supposed to work in another city or country all the expenses connected with transfer, accommodation and meal expenses are additionally covered by a Customer. 
At fulfilling desktop publishing works one page of electronic document is counted as the measurement unit. The cost of it is agreed upon request.