An early career Translator with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of €20,000 based on 8 salaries. An experienced Translator with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation of €18,000 based on 7 salaries.

You must be bilingual in Portuguese; employers and clients expect you to read and write Portuguese fluently. Employers may expect a degree in translation or Portuguese language and literature. Some employers may not require a degree but instead assess your fluency with an exam.

$23.70 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers. $32.74 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.

In Portugal, there is no such thing as a certified translator, so the translation will need to be certified by a notary, a lawyer or the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Prior to certification, the translator must state their identity and guarantee that they have faithfully reproduced the original text.