Somali interpreter and translation services in the Twin Cities
Apple Tree Interpreters provides Somali interpreting and translation for medical, legal, education, and community settings across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding area. In person, by phone, or by video, and available 24/7.
About Somali (Soomaali) interpreting and translation
Minnesota is home to one of the largest Somali communities in the United States, and Somali is a language frequently needed in Twin Cities healthcare, schools, and community services.
- Latin scriptSomali is written in the Latin alphabet, which has been the official script for Somali since 1972.
- DialectsSomali has several dialects, including Maay and the more commonly written standard form. Tell us which one the person speaks when you request an interpreter.
How we can help with Somali
Qualified, trained language professionals who show up prepared, with attention to accuracy and confidentiality.
- Medical settingsSomali interpreting for clinics, hospitals, dental offices, and other healthcare visits.
- Legal settingsSomali interpreting for attorney meetings, depositions, and other legal situations.
- Community and governmentSomali interpreting for government agencies and programs, schools, nonprofits, and community organizations.
- In-person interpretingOn-site interpreters across the Twin Cities.
- Phone and video interpretingFast remote access for urgent needs, clinics, and remote offices.
- Document translationWritten translation of forms, letters, and notices into and out of Somali.
Request a Somali interpreter or translator
Choose the service you need. Most requests are confirmed within 2 hours.
Somali frequently asked questions
What if the person speaks a particular Somali dialect?
Tell us the dialect when you request. We will do our best to match and will let you know about availability.
Can I request a Somali interpreter by phone or video?
Yes. Phone and video interpreting is available for urgent needs and short conversations. Call (612) 400-8903 or use our request options.
Do you translate documents into and out of Somali?
Yes. Request a quote on our translation page with the document type, languages, and deadline. Please do not send documents until we confirm a secure method.
How quickly can I get a Somali interpreter?
Most requests are confirmed within 2 hours, and we are available 24/7, including weekends. Availability can vary by language and setting, so call us for urgent needs.
Other languages we serve
We serve many other languages as well. Availability can vary by language and setting, so contact us for your needs.
We're here whenever you need us
Day or night, our team is ready to connect you with the right interpreter or translator across the Twin Cities.