Browse 19 Chinese translators available in California from our network of 2,399 linguists nationwide.
Need Chinese translation for documents, legal filings, or business materials in California? For work around Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, we route the project to vetted linguists and prepare it for the office, court, school, or team reviewing it.
Every Chinese document we take on in California is matched to its destination before translation starts. Demand runs heaviest through vital records for USCIS, court filings, medical records, and business contracts — with certified delivery available statewide, from Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento to the smallest county.
Every Chinese translation is completed by a professional human translator and reviewed for accuracy, formatting, and terminology. Certified translations include a signed statement of accuracy, and notarization is available whenever a receiving authority requires it.
Link Translations has connected clients with professional linguists since 1995. If the Chinese specialist you need is not listed in California, our nationwide network and remote options mean we can still staff your project, usually within hours.
California cities we coverLos AngelesSan DiegoSan FranciscoSan JoseSacramento
Where this work is filed
California venues that receive our Chinese translations
Every Chinese delivery in California is aligned to the actual recipient — certification and formatting matched to where the document ends up.
USCIS field offices
USCIS Los Angeles Field Office
USCIS San Francisco Field Office
USCIS San Jose Field Office
USCIS Sacramento Field Office
USCIS Fresno Field Office
USCIS San Diego Field Office
Courts we work with
U.S. District Court · N.D. / C.D. / S.D. / E.D. California
California Supreme Court
Los Angeles Superior Court
San Francisco Superior Court
Common state filings
California Department of Public Health vital records
California Medical Board and BRN nursing credentialing
Los Angeles / San Francisco Superior Court family and civil filings
California Department of Social Services parent-training documents
CA Bar admission foreign-credential packets
How it works in California
Chinese translation, step by step
Every Chinese filing in California is intake-tagged, translated, reviewed, and certified to the rules of the receiving office.
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Upload
Send your Chinese documents with the deadline and the receiving office — USCIS, court, DMV, or university.
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Linguist match
A Chinese subject-matter translator is assigned, usually within the hour.
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Review & certification
Second-linguist review, then a signed Certificate of Accuracy aligned to California filing requirements.
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Delivery
Format-preserved PDF delivered digitally — 24-hour standard on short documents, rush available.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
I am a certified English-to-Mandarin translator and former television news writer with deep expertise in legal, marketing, business, and media localization. My background includes translating complex legal documents, business contracts, movie scripts, and subtitles, as well as providing voice-over services for broadcast news. I bring specialized knowledge to the energy, environmental, medical, pharmaceutical, and social science sectors, ensuring precise terminology and cultural nuance in every project. As a Certified Active Member of the American Translators Association and a former California State Registered Court Interpreter for Mandarin and Taiwanese, I maintain the highest standards of accuracy and confidentiality. My professional experience spans interpreting depositions, hearings, and high-level business negotiations, complemented by a strong foundation in nursing and interior design that enhances my versatility across diverse subject matters.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
Well-known Mandarin news writer, reporter, broadcaster, published author. Served as Google, Inc. Chinese Linguist, Lingua Lead for eBay, Inc., QA Linguist for Apple Computer, Inc.. Interpreting experience includes Federal and local government agencies, well-acclaimed law firms, academic institutions, etc. Translator for column articles by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Instructor for scholars, academic researchers with their China related study and teaching programs. Lecturer at Dominican University on Ancient Chinese Poetry. Experienced especially in arts(including Classical Chinese literature into English), legal, technical translating, editing. Clients include IBM, Citigroup, Range Rover, PG&E, California State Government, former mayor of San Francisco, Archaeological Institute of America, San Jose City government, Pacific News Service, China Central TV Station(CCTV), etc. Bilingual journalist, editor for over 10 years, listed as “famous writer†by International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, England in 1994 with over 200 articles and 8 anthologies published. Senior editor in Chinese language with over 3 million words of book series and dictionaries published.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
I research extensively for things I am not sure about; I pay close attention to the details and nuances of the text; I communicate well with my clients, and of course, I meet the deadlines given by the clients.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
I am a certified interpreter and translator authorized by the Shanghai Municipal Interpretation Committee and the Chinese Foreign Affairs Office. My academic background includes specialized training in simultaneous interpretation and business management. Before relocating to the United States, I served as a full-time interpreter and translator for the British Consulate and provided part-time services for the Australian Chamber of Commerce, the Malaysian Consulate, and the Shanghai Foreign Affairs Office. I specialize in legal, business, and medical fields, delivering both consecutive and simultaneous interpretation alongside translation and voice-over services. Fluent in Mandarin and the Shanghainese dialect, I work comfortably with both simplified and traditional Chinese characters across diverse sectors including finance, technology, and healthcare.
Eight years meticulous freelance translation work in business, financial, legal, and media
Five years in high-intensity international business environment translating, interpreting and interacting with English-speaking partners and clients
One year in challenging legal environment translating
Extensive in –country study in USA since 1998
Foreign language software testing experience
Typing speed of 60 WPM
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
Exceptional working experiences: (a) hired by NBA as interpreter (for press conferences and business talks between NBA top executives and Shanghai Municipal officials) during the NBA preseason show in Shanghai (Houston Rockets vs. Sacramento Kings); (b) hired as the sole interpreter involved in high level business talks/negotiations between SAAB Technologies and CAAC (Civil Aviation Administration of China); (c) serve as simultaneous or consecutive interpreter for a multitude of different international conferences (medical, biotech, pharmaceutical, hi-tech, finances, etc); (d) exclusive contractor for translating the website of Udo’s Choice into Chinese (UdoErasmus.com) (e) provide regular scientific / medical translation services for the top organizations/journals such as AAAS, Journal Science and JAMA (Journal of American Medical Association ) both in the U.S. and England (Cambridge University).
Translation in Chinese Simplified into English and English into Chinese Simplified.
I worked at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China as a translator and interpreter. My work quality can be totally trusted. I have worked in a broad range of industries: government, non-profit organizations, law firms, banks, financial services, consumer products, international trade and etc. My translation and interpretation are based on my in-depth understanding of these industries and I am capable of choose the precise wording/expression for specific document. I have a Master's Degree in International Public Policy Management at University of Southern California, a Bachlor's degree in international law, a Bachlor's degree in English literature, and I had training in Chinese business law, and translation and interpretation. You would not be disappointed to work with me!!
Translation in Chinese Simplified into English, Malay into English, English into Malay, and Chinese Simplified into Malay.
I am a dedicated translator who delivers accurate and eloquent Chinese>English/Malay and EnglishMalay translations in the shortest time possible. I specialize in scientific text (e.g., academic publications, medical patents, clinical trial materials), though I also work with non-scientific materials (e.g., certificates, news releases).
I have a strong science background with a D.Phil. in Paediatric Molecular Genetics from the University of Oxford, UK.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified, Chinese Simplified into English, and Mongolian into English.
Lived and worked in China for over 20 years and received a BA from China in Mongolian Language and Literature. My listening and spoken skills are strong and I have no problems with regional accents from the North to South when Mandarin is spoken.
Translation in Chinese Simplified into English and English into Chinese Simplified.
I have been working for international media organizations' China operation such as National Geographic, Reuters, Newsday, etc., from 2003 until 2006 on various subjects according to assignments.
Translation in French (France) into English and Chinese Simplified into English.
As a translator, I believe all translations should be an accurate portrayal of the original text. In some instance, this means being more faithful to the original; in others, it means being more creative. My greatest strength as a translator is in creative translation (especially literary and commercial). I additionally provide solid translations in the following areas: linguistics, education, travel/tourism, general business, oenology.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
I have a PhD degree in English/Chinese bilingual education and I have over four years' experience teaching English and Chinese to college students in China and in the USA. I have had translation experience in both academic areas and non-academic areas. I worked for two translation companies in Maryland/Virginia areas.
Translation in Chinese Simplified into English and English into Chinese Simplified.
I\'ve received formal education in legal interpretation and translation, which has been primarily the field I work in. However, I also accept assignments in different fields as much as I can to expand my knowledge and experience as an interpreter and translator.
I am a native Chinese (Mandarin) speaker and specialize in biology, biotechnology and pharmaceutics translations. I got my Ph.D. in China and did my postdoc training in the United States. This experience made me familiar with idiomatic and formal usage in these areas, and adept at handling technical vocabulary in both Chinese and English. Furthermore, my technical translation is backed up by my theoretical understanding and hands-on experience, which ensure the highest level of accuracy and professional standards. I\\'m experienced in translating patents, textbook chapters, instrument manuals, standard operating procedures, test reports, brochures, surveys, etc. As a professional translator and an ATA member, I guarantee high quality, confidentiality, punctuality and responsiveness for each of the projects I undertake.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
I am a native of Hong Kong fluent in both Cantonese and Mandarin Chinese with over 10 years of Chinese-English translation/interpretation experience. I have an MA degree in linguistics and pursuing PhD in language acquisition. With over 10 years of Chinese teaching experience in US colleges, I am able to work with both traditional and simplified Chinese texts.
With a medical degree from China and a decade of experience in the life science industry, both in China and the USA, I bring a unique perspective to medical translation. Over the past two decades, I've honed my skills as a professional translator, specializing in technical documents in the field of medicine and healthcare.
My expertise includes translating investigator's brochures, consent forms, correspondence with IRBs and regulatory agencies, medical training materials, medical device inserts and software localization, and health plan brochures.
Translation in Japanese into English, English into Japanese, Chinese Simplified into English, and English into Chinese Simplified.
I am a Japanese interpreter and Chinese interpreter specializing in finance, business, legal, automotive, semiconductor, travel, fashion, and medical fields. My background includes five years of financial experience at Goldman Sachs in Tokyo and New York, where I managed complex business texts in Japanese and English, alongside six years of study and work in Japan. Holding a Master of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in business, I combine corporate acumen with linguistic precision for consecutive interpretation and translation. I am certified in Japanese Proficiency Test Level 1 and have completed 40 hours of medical interpreter training. My expertise covers everything from litigation documents and financial statements to clinical trial reports and patient appointments across telephone, video remote, and on-site settings.
Translation in English into Chinese Simplified and Chinese Simplified into English.
I am a professional English to Chinese translator certified by local translator associations As a bilingual translator, I am proficient in both Chinese and English. I have over 20 years' rich experience in translating documents in various subject areas from English to Chinese or from Chinese to English.
Contracts, judgments, powers of attorney, and evidence translated for use in California courts.
Immigration & USCIS
Birth certificates, marriage records, diplomas, and supporting documents with certification for USCIS.
Medical records
Patient histories, discharge summaries, and clinical reports translated with correct terminology.
Business & corporate
Agreements, financial statements, HR policies, and marketing materials for Chinese-speaking markets.
Academic credentials
Diplomas, transcripts, and evaluations formatted for universities and licensing boards.
Technical & manuals
User guides, safety documentation, and specifications translated by subject-matter linguists.
Chinese in other states
Where else we cover Chinese
Certified Chinese translation ships nationwide with the same certification and turnaround we provide in California. Browse Chinese translators in another state:
01How do I get a certified Chinese translation in California?
Upload your document through our quote form. A professional Chinese translator completes the translation, and we deliver it with a signed certification statement accepted by USCIS, courts, and universities in California.
02Are your Chinese translations accepted by USCIS?
Yes. Every certified Chinese translation includes a statement of accuracy that meets USCIS requirements. We can also arrange notarization when the receiving office requires it.
03How much does Chinese document translation cost?
Pricing depends on document length, language pair, and turnaround. Most standard documents such as birth certificates are quoted at a flat per-page rate; upload your file for an instant quote.
04How fast can I receive my Chinese translation in California?
Standard one-to-two-page documents are typically delivered within 24 hours. Rush options are available, and everything is handled online, so there is no need to visit an office.
05Do you translate Chinese documents for California courts?
Yes. Certified Chinese translations are prepared for state and federal courts in California, with formatting that keeps exhibits, stamps, and seals aligned to the original.
06Can you notarize a Chinese translation in California?
Yes. When the receiving office in California requires notarization, we arrange it along with the signed certification — everything is handled remotely and delivered digitally.
