MCS provides on-site interpretation services in over 160 languages, including emerging languages, as well as rare languages like Ethiopian Sign Language. Our on-site interpretation service clients include hospitals, courts, and law offices and other service providers.
MCS on-site Interpreter Policies
- On-site interpreter assignments need to be scheduled at least 48 hours ahead of time.
- A two-hour minimum applies to all on-site interpreter assignments.
- Mileage and travel time fees are charged to all on-site interpreter assignments that require 30 miles or more one way.
- All parking, entry, and toll charges are applied to invoices.
- Interpreters require a minimum 30-minute lunch/dinner break for any assignment lasting more than 4 hours. Lunch breaks are included and charged as part of the service.
- Multiple on-site interpreters may be required for one assignment depending on the type of interpretation (consecutive, simultaneous, duration, and number of people involved).