Translations
Alliance Française de Manille provides translation services from French to English and English to French to French, as well as English to Filipino and Filipino to English.
We offer three types of rates for document translation: Expedite, Rush, Ordinary.
Expedite is the fastest way to get your translation.
For documents of 1 to 3 pages, you will receive the translation within 1 working day.
Rush is the second fastest option.
For documents of 1 to 3 pages, you will receive the translation within 2 to 3 working days.
Ordinary is the most budget-friendly option and is ideal if the translation is not urgent.
For documents of 1 to 3 pages, you will receive the translation within 7 working days.
For documents of 4 pages and more, the Translation Officer will determine and agree with the client on the turnaround time.
ENGLISH – FRENCH | FRENCH ENGLISH
ENGLISH - FILIPINO | FILIPINO - ENGLISH
Minimum cost of standard documents:
| Type of Document | Ordinary | Rush | Expedite |
|---|---|---|---|
| DFA Apostille | PHP 1,100.00 | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,820.00 |
| PSA Birth Certificate | PHP 1,820.00 | PHP 2,380.00 | PHP 2,900.00 |
| PSA Marriage Certificate | PHP 1,820.00 | PHP 2,380.00 | PHP 2,900.00 |
| PSA Death Certificate | PHP 1,820.00 | PHP 2,380.00 | PHP 2,900.00 |
| Diploma | PHP 1,100.00 | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,820.00 |
| NBI Clearance | PHP 1,100.00 | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,820.00 |
| Philippine Driving License | PHP 1,100.00 | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,820.00 |
| French Driving License | PHP 1,100.00 | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,820.00 |
| Casier Judiciaire | PHP 1,100.00 | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,820.00 |
Minimum cost for one page of other types of document:
| Type of Document | Ordinary | Rush | Expedite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Reports | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
| Certificate of Employment | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
| Judicial Documents | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
| Transcript of Records | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
| Commercial Papers | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
| Trade & Tourism | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
| Food Description / Ingredients | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
| Marine Service Documents | PHP 1,450.00 | PHP 1,900.00 | PHP 2,380.00 |
One page in this calculation is equivalent to 250 words only. When the number of words in a document exceeds 250, an additional page will be charged.
HOW TO GET A QUOTATION?
There are two ways to get a quotation for translation.
For more information, quotations on translation, or other concerns, please email translation@alliance.ph.
A. One method is by filling out this form and submitting your document online.
If you do not receive a quotation in 24 hours, kindly send an email to translation@alliance.ph.
B. The second way of getting a quotation is to email translation@alliance.ph.
NOTE: We encourage you to submit your translation requests online or by email.
Contact
Leila Gabriel
Tel (+632) 8895 7585
Email translation@alliance.ph
Address
209 Nicanor Garcia St. Bel-Air II, Makati City, 1209 Philippines
(A.) Translations shall refer to the final translated document, computerized, on a standard paper (A4), counted on the basis of 250 words per page.
(B.) Translations which are composed of several pages shall be computed according to the total number of translated pages as defined above.
(C.) A page of less than 250 words will be charged as one page. As soon as the page exceeds 250 words, an additional page will be charged.
(D.) For documents exceeding 1,000 words, the Client and Alliance Française shall agree on the delivery date for the translation.
(E.) Upon signing this Agreement, the client must pay a non-refundable deposit of at least 75% of the initial estimate provided by an AFM Agent. The balance shall be settled upon the release of the translated documents.
(F.) Electronic copies of client’s source and translated documents will only be archived for one (1) year unless deletion is requested sooner. Any document requiring editing and reprinting beyond this period will need to be re-translated.
(G.) Alliance Française de Manille (AFM) is not liable for any loss of documents submitted for translation as we receive the photocopies only.
(H.) The Client’s signature signifies agreement to the AFM Operational Translation Policy.
(I.) “ESTIMATED” means that the final number of pages and the cost may vary after the translation process.
(J.) Even with the Expedite option, the discretion to determine the final Release Date rests solely with the translator.
- What is Translation?
Translation is the process of transmitting texts from one language to another while retaining the original meaning, tone and intent as accurately as possible. - Who needs Translation?
- Students planning to study in France.
- Individuals seeking employment in France or French-speaking regions.
- Individuals holding French documents intending to get married in the Philippines.
- Drivers needing to convert their licenses for use in the Philippines.
- Business professionals needing to translate documents written in French to operate in the Philippines.
- What documents need translation?
- DFA Apostille
- PSA Birth, Marriage, and Death Certificates
- Diplomas
- Police Clearances
- Philippine and French Driving Licenses
- Casier Judiciaire (Criminal Record)
- Medical Reports
- Certificate of Employment
- Judicial Documents
- Transcript of Records
- Commercial Papers
- Trade & Tourism Documents
- Food Descriptions / Ingredients
- What languages does AFM translate?
We provide translation services in the following language pairs:
ENGLISH – FRENCH | FRENCH – ENGLISH | ENGLISH - FILIPINO | FILIPINO - ENGLISH - If my document is 1 to 3 pages only, when will I receive the translation?
For documents of 1 to 3 pages, you can expect the following turnaround times for receiving the translation:- Ordinary Processing: 7 working days
- Rush Processing: 3 working days
- Expedite Processing: 1 working day
- How much do I pay for the translation?
Please refer to the pricing details provided on our webpage. - How are the words counted in the translation?
Translations are based on 250 words per page in the target language. If a page contains fewer than 250 words, it will be charged as one full page. As soon as the page exceeds 250 words, an additional page will be charged. - Are your translators French?
Yes, our team includes French, Canadian, and Filipino translators. - Can you deliver the translated documents?
Clients can choose to pick up their translated documents at our office or have them delivered to their preferred location within the Philippines. We can arrange delivery with our partner courier for a minimal fee. - Do I need a stamp from the Embassy of France?
In most cases, a stamp of legalization from the Embassy of France is required for your translated documents. It is advisable to check with the document recipient to confirm whether embassy legalization is necessary.