Deaf-Owned Interpreting Agency

Professional Interpreting& Translation Services

ASL and 60+ spoken languages. On-site, virtual, and on-demand interpreting plus certified document translation. Serving Maryland, DC, Virginia, and nationwide.

NIC Certified
HIPAA Trained
SBE/DBE/MBE
ASL interpreter signing during a medical appointment at a healthcare facility
26 sec Average VRI Connect Time
400+
Qualified Interpreters
150+
Active Clients
60+
Languages Supported
2017
Founded in Frederick, MD
Deaf-Owned Business
NIC Certified Interpreters
HIPAA Trained
SBE/DBE/MBE Certified

On-Demand Video Interpreting

Need an interpreter right now? Our VRI platform connects you to a qualified ASL or spoken language interpreter in seconds—no appointment needed.

26s
Avg Connect Time
24/7
Availability
60+
Languages

Certified Document Translation

Professional translation for birth certificates, diplomas, legal documents, medical records, and more. Accepted by USCIS, courts, and government agencies.

Certification included
60+ languages
3-5 day turnaround
USCIS accepted
$45 1 page (minimum)
|
$24 per page (2+)
Estimated Cost
$45

Trusted Across Industries

We provide interpreting services for organizations of all types and sizes.

Healthcare

Hospitals, clinics, medical offices, mental health, telehealth

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Education

K-12 schools, colleges, universities, IEP meetings

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Legal

Courts, law firms, depositions, legal proceedings

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Government

Federal, state, local agencies, public meetings

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What Our Clients Say

Trusted by healthcare providers, schools, and organizations across Maryland.

FIA has been an invaluable partner for our hospital. Their interpreters are professional, reliable, and understand the sensitivity of medical settings. The VRI service is a game-changer for our urgent needs.

JM
Jennifer M. Healthcare Administrator

As a school district, we rely on FIA for IEP meetings and daily classroom support. Their educational interpreters truly understand the academic environment. Highly recommended.

RT
Robert T. Special Education Director

The translation turnaround was incredibly fast and the certification was accepted by USCIS without any issues. FIA made the immigration process so much easier for our family.

MS
Maria S. Immigration Applicant
Diverse group communicating with sign language at a community event

Giving Back to the Community

As a Deaf-owned business, we understand the importance of communication access from personal experience. We’re committed to making interpreting services available to those who need them most—including pro bono services for nonprofit events and community organizations.

Why Organizations Choose FIA

A trusted partner for communication access throughout Maryland and beyond.

Deaf-Owned Perspective

Firsthand understanding of communication access needs informs everything we do.

400+ Qualified Interpreters

Extensive network of certified professionals providing reliable coverage nationwide.

Flexible Scheduling

24-hour turnaround for most requests with options for urgent and same-day needs.

All-in-One Provider

ASL, 60+ spoken languages, document translation, and CART—one agency for all needs.

FIA service area map covering Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia

Serving Maryland, DC, Virginia & Nationwide

Based in Frederick, MD, we provide on-site interpreting throughout the region and remote services anywhere in the country.

Ready to Get Started?

Request interpreting services or contact us with questions about your communication access needs.

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