Translating Bahasa Indonesia for Official Purposes

Last Updated On: October 26, 2023 by The Migration Translators

Indonesia: A Nation of Islands and Linguistic Diversity

Indonesia is not one single landmass but is made up of 17,508 separate islands, of which just 6,000 are inhabited. It is in the heart of the tropics where not only humans seek out an existence but so do a variety of exotic wild animals that cannot be found anywhere else on Earth.

The Complexity of the Bahasa Indonesia Language

There is one official language but more than 700 other languages spread throughout the country. The Bahasa Indonesia written form has been influenced by Arabic, Latin, and Tamil. But today the government recognizes the Latin script. Indonesian has 8 vowels and more than 18 consonants. From time to time, changes are made to the way the letters are used in Bahasa Indonesia so it is important if any translations of the language take place that these changes are incorporated into the translation.

Translation Needs for Indonesians in Australia

Many Indonesians travel to Australia for various purposes, for business, migration, and study and if they need to get any documents written in Bahasa Indonesia translated into English for government purposes in Australia it will be necessary to hire the services of a professional translator who understands all the intricacies of Bahasa Indonesia in order for the translation to be accurate.

The Importance of NAATI Accredited Translators

You may be setting up a contract between your Indonesian company and an Australian company so you will have to ensure you get a NAATI translator to undertake the work. If you settle for someone who has not been accredited with the reputable NAATI accreditation the translation may be far from perfect and may not put the intended message across in the right way.

Benefits of NAATI Translators in a Changing Language Landscape

A NAATI translator has undergone training and accreditation by passing an exam in his or her pair of languages which gives you a quality guarantee. Bahasa Indonesia is an ever-changing language and by hiring NAATI translation services you will get a competent translator who knows about any changes and will ensure your translated documents matches any new requirements.

The Impact of Accurate Translation on Life in Australia

An accurate translation is essential if you intend to live permanently in Australia or are setting up a business. You won’t regret getting one as it will speed up your entry to Australia.