Arabic Translation Services
Expert linguistic support for your official documents between the Middle East, North Africa, and Canada.
Technical Specifics of Arabic
Why accuracy matters for official documents.
| Feature | Context | Expertise |
|---|---|---|
| RTL (Right-to-Left) Management | Layout mirroring is mandatory. DTP must correctly handle mixed RTL text and LTR numbers. | Precise mirror layouts for professional and compliant presentation. |
| Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) | We translate in MSA for all official/legal documents, a form every Arabic-speaking administration reads. | Linguistic standardization preventing ambiguities related to regional dialects. |
| Calendars & Dates | We systematically convert Hijri dates to Gregorian for Canadian immigration forms. | Rigorous date verification to prevent administrative rejection by IRCC. |
Areas of Expertise
Technical & Energy
Oil and gas operations manuals, geological reports, MSDS safety data sheets, and technical documentation for Middle East and North Africa energy sectors.
B2B Hub: MENA Technical Documentation →Legal & Compliance
Bilingual business contracts, joint-venture agreements, Sharia-compliant documentation, and regulatory compliance for the Canada–Arab countries economic corridor.
B2B Hub: Arabic Legal Compliance →Commercial & Corporate
Annual reports, corporate brochures, localized marketing collateral with professional RTL layout to reach 420 million Arabic speakers worldwide.
B2B Hub: MENA Corporate Translation →Immigration IRCC
OTTIAQ-certified translation of birth certificates, family booklets, diplomas, and civil records with Hijri-to-Gregorian calendar conversion for IRCC and consulates.
Official Certified Translation →Authorized Arabic Translation in Canada
Translating Arabic to English or French requires perfect mastery of Right-to-Left script and regional administrative specifics. An error in date conversion or name transliteration can jeopardize the validity of an official file.
Asiatis provides certified translations signed by a certified translator who is a member of a provincial association: mainly ATIO (Ontario), STIBC (British Columbia) and OTTIAQ (Quebec). We prepare them in line with the published requirements of IRCC, consulates and financial institutions; the decision on the file rests with them.
With deep expertise in MENA markets (Middle East and North Africa), Asiatis supports Canadian businesses engaging with the world's leading oil and gas region. Our native translators master Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), regional dialect variants, and professional RTL (right-to-left) layout — essential skills for your energy contracts, legal documents, and immigration files.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you translate for Consulates (UAE, Saudi Arabia)?
Yes. We prepare translations for consular procedures (UAE, Saudi Arabia); requirements vary from one procedure to the next. If a notarized translation is required, we confirm it with you; the notarization is then done by a notary (official directories below).
Which dialect do you use?
For written and official documents, we use Modern Standard Arabic. Dialects are reserved for interpretation or multimedia projects.
Name spelling accuracy?
We strictly follow the Latin spelling on your passport to ensure consistency across all your travel documents.
Do you convert dates?
Absolutely. Every Hijri date is precisely converted to the Gregorian calendar for administrative use in Canada.
Notarized translation: where to find a notary
Asiatis does not handle notarization. We confirm with you whether the recipient requires a notarized translation; the notarization is then done by a notary.
The role and status of a notary vary by province: in Quebec, the notary is a legal professional; elsewhere, a notary public is often a lawyer or a person appointed by the province.
Official notary directories:
- Quebec — Chambre des notaires du Québec: Find a notary. The notary is a legal professional and a member of the Chambre des notaires. The directory lists notaries who agree to be referred to the public.
- British Columbia — Society of Notaries Public of British Columbia: Find a Notary (from the home page). Notaries public are regulated by the Society of Notaries Public; its tool lets you search for a notary by name or city and check their status.
- New Brunswick — Law Society of New Brunswick: Lawyer Search. Under the Notaries Public Act, every practising member of the Law Society of New Brunswick is a notary public.
- Prince Edward Island — Law Society of Prince Edward Island: Find a Lawyer. Under the Notaries and Commissioners Act, every member of the Law Society of Prince Edward Island is a notary public.
For another province, check with the relevant professional order or ministry of justice. This information is not legal advice. Directories checked on October 5, 2026.
Medical diploma in Arabic? We translate it into English or French, along with your transcripts, for your CaRMS application.
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