Interpreting booking terms

Agree in writing: the date, times, location, type of assignment, your fee, minimum charge, travel time and expenses, and cancellation terms.

Cancellation

A common approach is 100% of the fee for cancellations within 48 hours, and 50% within 7 days.

Good to know

• Always carry your SFTI membership card and photo ID to in-person assignments.
• Tell the person running the session at the start if a break will be needed.
• If you're asked to do something outside your role, such as fill in forms for a client, politely decline.

Downloads

• Guide for professionals working with interpreters (PDF, 300 KB)
• Remote interpreting checklist (PDF, 110 KB)

Page last reviewed 5 March 2026