NAICS Code for Translation Services
The NAICS code for translation services is 541930, Translation and Interpretation Services. Translation, interpretation and sign language services all fall under 541930, Translation and Interpretation Services. Teaching a language is 611630, and real-time captioning is 561492. Federal courts, health facilities and agencies buy interpreting and document translation under 541930.
Related codes to add
Most businesses list several NAICS codes. Use 541930 as your primary if it covers most of your revenue, and add these when they describe work you also do:
| Code | Use it when | Size standard |
|---|---|---|
| 611630 Language Schools | You teach foreign or sign language classes. | $20.5 million or less in receipts |
| 561492 Court Reporting and Stenotype Services | You provide real-time closed captioning. | $19 million or less in receipts |
| 561410 Document Preparation Services | You provide transcription. | $19 million or less in receipts |
Government contracts for this work
How to choose
Your primary NAICS code should match the work that brings in most of your revenue, and it sets which size standard applies to you for most set-aside contracts. Read each code's Census definition before you register. Our guide on how to choose NAICS codes covers the trade-offs. To see whether you count as small under these codes, try the size standard checker.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAICS code for translation services?
The NAICS code for translation services is 541930, Translation and Interpretation Services. Translation, interpretation and sign language services all fall under 541930, Translation and Interpretation Services. Teaching a language is 611630, and real-time captioning is 561492. Federal courts, health facilities and agencies buy interpreting and document translation under 541930.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541930?
A business counts as small under NAICS 541930 with $22.5 million or less in average annual receipts, under the SBA's table of size standards. Federal contracts set aside for small businesses under this code are limited to firms that meet it.
Can I list more than one NAICS code?
Yes. In your SAM.gov registration you pick one primary NAICS code and can add as many others as describe work you can actually do. Add every code below that fits, because agencies search and set aside contracts by code.