Module 1 CPC 6.8, Part III

CPC 6.8

“Arrange for payment in a professional and judicious manner”

You could follow the hiring entities’ invoicing procedures or submit your own invoices to collect payment within a reasonable period of time. Invoices need to include pertinent details. This is usually established within your terms of service/conditions (e.g. net 30) with a clear clause on late fees, if any. Although, agencies may have their own schedule for paying all interpreters at once (e.g. biweekly or monthly).

More and more agencies prefer to arrange for payments via direct deposit. This benefits both ends. Payment is processed and received quicker. Some agencies prefer to send a paper check for the first payment.