ICIU works with a large pool of qualified interpreters who are
predominantly native speakers of more than 40 languages and dialects.
All interpreters are carefully interviewed and selected after a
survey of language skills and review of their experience. The majority
of our interpreters have participated in a variety of training programs
and are will prepared to provide high quality interpretation in
many settings.
Whether you need an interpreter in court, the classroom, at the
doctor’s office, in the workplace, or have other language
related needs, ICIU’s interpreters are ready to help you overcome
language barriers. Our interpreters have experience in the following
types of interpretation:
- Depositions
- Arbitrations
- Trials
- Hearings
- Medical Appointments
- Immigration Meetings
- Parent-Teacher Meetings
- Business Meetings
- Employee Training Sessions
Languages
Rates
For interpretation services, the average hourly fee is $55 - $75
depending upon language, technicality of subject matter, and urgency.
There is a minimum charge of one hour. Beyond the first hour we
bill by quarter hours. Billable charges begin at the time the interpreter
was requested to be available. There may be an additional charge
if a request is made less than 72 hours prior to need.
These rates apply to assignments anywhere in the state of Iowa.
For assignments in the Des Moines area (when the interpreter lives
in the Des Moines area), we do not charge for travel time or mileage.
For assignments outside the Des Moines area (when the interpreter
lives in the Des Moines area), there are additional hourly charges
for travel time at 80% of the hourly interpreting rate and $.375
per mile from door to door.
Submit an Order for an Interpreter
Click on the Interpretor Request Order button below to download
a fillable .pdf request. Complete the form and fax it to 515-282-0454,
or mail it to:
1000 Walnut Street
Suite 1105
Des Moines, IA 50309
Please note that for last minute requests (less than 72 hours),
it is recommended that you also contact us by phone to expedite
your request. Our phone number is 515-282-8269, x16.
Reserving a Time:
In selecting the length of time you need to reserve your interpreter,
please keep in mind that we will only block the amount of time for
which you request the interpreter. It is always a good policy to
reserve for a longer period of time if there is a reasonable chance
your needs for these services will extend beyond the expected amount
of time.
Also, as a professional courtesy, the interpreter will show up
at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled request.
