Persian · Traducción certificada

Servicios de traducción e interpretación en Persianفارسی

Persa es el nombre estándar del idioma que incluye farsi (Irán), dari (Afganistán) y tayiko (Tayikistán). El persa iraní (farsi) suele ser la opción predeterminada para trabajos formales de traducción en EE. UU.

Traducción en Persian

500 mil+

Hablantes en EE. UU.

24 h

Entrega certificada

<60 s

Conexión OPI

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Aceptado por USCISUrgencia 24 horas
Traducción certificada aceptada por USCIS
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Persian subject-matter linguists

Persian en Estados Unidos

Quién habla Persian, y dónde.

Los clientes del gobierno de EE. UU. y del ámbito académico suelen solicitar "persa" cuando necesitan cobertura para comunidades iraníes, afganas y de Asia Central, o cuando trabajan con textos patrimoniales.

Principales áreas metropolitanas de EE. UU.

Los ÁngelesWashington DCHouston

Industrias que apoyamos

Gobierno y academia
Inmigración
Publicación patrimonial
Instituciones culturales

De un vistazo

Hablantes en el mundo
110M+
Hablantes en EE. UU.
500 mil+
Familia lingüística
Indoeuropea · Irania
Sistema de escritura
Persoárabe
Disponibilidad de lingüistas
Nivel 2 · asignación en 48 horas

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Persian translation e interpretación.

Dos líneas de servicio dedicadas, cada una con lingüistas especializados, revisión por un segundo par de ojos y la capa de cumplimiento que Persian requieren los trámites y las sesiones.

Aceptada por USCIS

Persian Traducción certificada

La traducción del persa cubre documentos del registro civil iraní (شناسنامه, سند ازدواج), credenciales académicas y textos literarios / históricos.

Registros civiles
Identidad y pasaportes
Credenciales académicas
Penal / policial
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What's included

Every Persian delivery, done right.

No hidden fees, no add-ons — every standard below comes with each certified Persian translation.

Signed Certificate of Accuracy

Every Persian translation ships with a signed certificate meeting 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3) — USCIS and court accepted.

Native subject-matter linguist

A native Persian translator fluent in your document's field — legal, medical, academic or financial.

Independent QA review

A second linguist verifies accuracy, names, dates and numbers before anything is certified.

Format preserved

Stamps, seals, tables and signatures rebuilt to mirror your original — filing-ready PDF.

Secure & confidential

Files handled under NDA with TLS + AES-256 encryption end to end.

Revisions until accepted

We refine the delivery at no charge until the receiving office accepts it.

Lo que manejamos

Persian trabajo que hacemos, cada semana.

Una muestra de los Persian tipos de documentos y entornos de interpretación que recibimos con mayor frecuencia.

Documentos certificados

Registros civiles

  • Contratos matrimoniales iraníes (سند ازدواج)

Identidad y pasaportes

  • Shenasnameh (شناسنامه) y tarjeta melli
  • Pasaportes y licencias de conducir iraníes

Credenciales académicas

  • Diplomas y certificados académicos iraníes

Penal / policial

  • Certificados de antecedentes penales (گواهی عدم سوء پیشینه)

Consideraciones lingüísticas

Preparar Persian right.

Pequeñas decisiones — escritura, registro y contexto del trámite — cambian si un Persian documento es aceptado o una sesión de interpretación funciona correctamente. Esto es lo que revisamos.

Escritura y tipografía

La escritura persa y la escritura árabe difieren (پ, چ, ژ, گ son exclusivas del persa). Nunca convertimos automáticamente de árabe a persa ni viceversa.

Alineación con el destinatario

Every Persian project is matched to its destination — a certified translation formatted for the exact recipient, or an interpreter briefed on the venue's protocol — so it clears review the first time.

Cobertura en los 50 estados

Persian servicios en cada estado.

Elige un estado para ver Persian tiempos de entrega locales, despacho de intérpretes y precios. Se muestran estados de alta demanda; los 50 están a un clic.

Otros idiomas

Idiomas populares que también ofrecemos

EspañolChino (mandarín)ÁrabeRusoFrancésPortuguésCoreanoVietnamitaCriollo haitianoPolacoTagaloTodos los idiomas

Persian FAQ

Respuestas a preguntas comunes Persian questions.

The ones we hear most often, answered by our dispatch and project-management teams.

Can't find it here?

01Do you offer both Persian translation and interpretation?

Yes — Persian certified document translation for USCIS, courts and state agencies, and Persian interpretation on-site, by video (VRI) and by phone (OPI). Subject-matter linguists assigned to every matter.

02Is Persian translation accepted by USCIS and U.S. courts?

Yes. Every Persian translation ships with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy meeting 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3). Accepted by USCIS, the State Department, U.S. district and state courts, and state DMVs and vital-records offices.

03How fast can you deliver Persian work?

A typical Persian personal document is delivered in 24–48 hours. On-site interpretation is commonly filled in 24–72 hours; phone (OPI) connects in under a minute, 24/7.

04Are your Persian interpreters certified?

Court-certified and medically credentialed Persian interpreters handle legal and clinical matters. Community, educational and corporate settings are staffed by professionally trained Persian interpreters matched to the subject.

05How is Persian script handled in translations?

La escritura persa y la escritura árabe difieren (پ, چ, ژ, گ son exclusivas del persa). Nunca convertimos automáticamente de árabe a persa ni viceversa.

06Is my Persian content confidential?

Todos los archivos y sesiones se manejan bajo NDA, con transferencia cifrada TLS + AES-256 y reglas de retención alineadas con HIPAA / GDPR cuando corresponde.

07How do you price Persian services?

Certified Persian translation starts at $24.95 per page — signed certificate of accuracy and 24-hour delivery included. Persian phone interpretation is billed per minute, video per minute (short minimum), on-site in 2-hour increments. Quotes are returned in about an hour.

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Persian translators and interpreters

Browse selected Persian translators and interpreters available through the Texliff network.

13 professional profiles

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Bohdan A.

Translator

Language pairs: English into Russian, English into Ukrainian, Russian into English, Ukrainian into English

Bohdan is a professional translator with 24 years of experience specializing in legal, medical, technical, financial, marketing, IT, immigration, education, scientific, literary, and business fields. Holding a Master of Arts in Linguistics with a focus on written translation, Bohdan provides expert services including translation, editing, proofreading, localization, and subtitling. The linguist works with English, Russian, Ukrainian, Persian, Dari, and Tajik, handling complex projects in pharmacology, chemistry, automotive industries, and humanities. With a strong background in literary translation and eight years of experience as a staff editor for a major publishing house, Bohdan has delivered high-volume work for global platforms and specialized agencies. Expertise extends to pharmaceutical dossiers, clinical study reports, and regulatory documents compliant with international standards. Bohdan ensures accuracy and cultural nuance across diverse subject matters, from technical manuals and software interfaces to creative literature and media content.
RusoUcranianoFarsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArkansasConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMarylandMassachusettsMississippi
Russian14 statesAlabamaArkansasConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMarylandMassachusettsMississippi
Ukrainian14 statesAlabamaArkansasConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMarylandMassachusettsMississippi
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArkansasConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMarylandMassachusettsMississippi
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Parvaneh K.

Translator & Interpreter

Language pairs: English into Farsi, Farsi into English

Interpretation modes: Consecutive

Settings: Video Remote

Parvaneh is a senior English to Farsi linguist with over 36 years of professional experience in translation, editing, proofreading, machine translation post-editing (MTPE), localization, and linguistic quality assurance. Holding a PhD in General Linguistics, Parvaneh possesses extensive expertise across medical, legal, academic, business, marketing, technical, and scientific domains. Specialized skills include AI and machine translation evaluation, semantic and discourse analysis, bilingual review, and computational linguistics. Proficiency extends to industry-standard CAT and localization tools such as XTM, memoQ, Phrase TMS, Trados Studio, Smartcat, and Xbench. In addition to written translation services, Parvaneh provides consecutive interpretation via video remote settings for diverse professional environments. Current collaborations with international language service providers encompass translation, MTPE, AI language evaluation, and multilingual quality assurance projects. Committed to accuracy, responsiveness, confidentiality, and long-term professional partnerships, Parvaneh delivers high-quality language solutions tailored to complex global communication needs.
ConsecutivaVideo remotoFarsi
Service areas
Persian4 statesArizonaCaliforniaNevadaOregon
Farsi4 statesArizonaCaliforniaNevadaOregon
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Mahnaz K.

Translator & Interpreter

Language pairs: Farsi into English, English into Farsi

Interpretation modes: Consecutive, Simultaneous

Settings: Telephone, Video Remote

Mahnaz is a proficient translator and interpreter with over 14 years of experience across diverse fields. Specializing in legal, medical, financial, IT, immigration, business, education, and scientific sectors, Mahnaz provides accurate translation between Persian and English. Interpretation services include both consecutive and simultaneous modes delivered via telephone and video remote settings. Holding a graduate degree in biostatistics and an undergraduate degree in statistics, Mahnaz combines subject matter expertise with linguistic precision. Professional background includes work with international conferences, medical organizations, media outlets, and research centers. Additional competencies encompass proofreading, editing, and crisis management support. Mahnaz maintains active professional memberships in global translation and interpretation associations and has received recognition in literary festivals for translation excellence.
ConsecutivaSimultáneaTeléfonoVideo remotoFarsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKentuckyLouisianaMaine
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKentuckyLouisianaMaine
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Behnam A.

Translator & Interpreter

Language pairs: English into Farsi

Interpretation modes: Consecutive, Simultaneous

Settings: On Site, Video Remote, Telephone

Behnam is a seasoned Farsi translator with twenty years of experience, specializing in legal, medical, financial, immigration, education, IT, and general fields. Holding a graduate degree in Computer Science, Behnam provides consecutive and simultaneous interpretation services across on-site, video remote, and telephone settings. The language pair covered includes translation from English into Persian and interpretation between English and Farsi., Behnam also maintains HIPAA awareness certification. Professional expertise extends to managing complex medical questionnaire projects involving forward and backward translation cycles, as well as transcribing audio files and interpreting for depositions, trials, and examinations under oath. Behnam delivers precise renditions that preserve tone, clarity, and technical accuracy while adhering strictly to professional codes of ethics.
ConsecutivaSimultáneaOn SiteVideo remotoTeléfonoFarsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoMassachusettsMontanaNevadaNew JerseyNew YorkNorth CarolinaOregon
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoMassachusettsMontanaNevadaNew JerseyNew YorkNorth CarolinaOregon
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Ghazal G.

Translator

Language pairs: Farsi into English, English into Farsi

Ghazal is a professional translator with seven years of experience specializing in technical, IT, marketing, medical, educational, literary, and business fields. Working bidirectionally between Persian and English, Ghazal delivers accurate and culturally appropriate translations, localization, proofreading, and AI-assisted content review. Expertise extends to healthcare, insurance, software, and public-facing content, with a strong focus on terminology consistency and fluency. Skilled in machine translation post-editing and quality assurance workflows, Ghazal utilizes various CAT tools including Polyglot, XTM, MemoQ, and ADAP to manage remote, deadline-driven projects for international clients. Professional background includes collaboration with major language service and AI companies on linguistic QA and data annotation tasks. Additionally, Ghazal holds a graduate degree in Dramatic Literature and Performing Arts and an undergraduate degree in English Literature, complemented by published literary translation work featuring Persian plays adapted for English-speaking audiences.
Farsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKentuckyMarylandMichiganMissouriMontanaNevadaNorth Carolina
Farsi14 statesAlabamaDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKentuckyMarylandMichiganMissouriMontanaNevadaNorth Carolina
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Akbar S.

Translator & Interpreter

Language pairs: English into Farsi, Farsi into English

Interpretation modes: Consecutive

Settings: Telephone

Akbar is an experienced language consultant with fifteen years of expertise in translation and consecutive telephone interpretation between English and Persian. Professional specializations include legal, medical, technical, financial, educational, immigration, and scientific fields. With a strong foundation in linguistics, Akbar holds a Master of Arts in General Linguistics and a Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Beyond core language services, Akbar possesses deep knowledge of phonetics, morphology, and syntax, utilizing tools such as Praat and Python for multilingual data annotation. This background supports advanced work in AI, natural language processing, and the development of educational content aligned with ILR standards. Akbar combines linguistic precision with technical proficiency to deliver high-quality solutions for diverse global clients.
ConsecutivaTeléfonoFarsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIowaKansasLouisianaMassachusettsMinnesota
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIowaKansasLouisianaMassachusettsMinnesota
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AR

Azad R.

Translator

Language pairs: English into Farsi

Azad is a professional translator with over 15 years of experience delivering high-quality services in translation, transcription, subtitling, and localization. Specializing in English into Persian, Azad possesses extensive expertise across diverse sectors, including medical, legal, marketing, immigration, education, and general content. The linguist also maintains proficiency in Kurdish and Dari, ensuring accurate communication for varied project needs. Highly skilled in industry-standard technology, Azad utilizes a wide range of computer-assisted translation and localization tools to ensure efficiency and consistency. Proficiency includes Phrase (Memsource), Workspace, MemoQ, Transform, Trados Studio 2024, Crowdin, Smartcat, MateCat, Subtitle Studio, and XTM. This technical command, combined with deep subject matter knowledge, allows Azad to provide precise and reliable linguistic solutions for complex global projects.
Farsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIowaKansasLouisianaMassachusettsMinnesota
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIowaKansasLouisianaMassachusettsMinnesota
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MK

Mohammad K.

Translator

Language pairs: Farsi into English, English into Farsi

Mohammad is a professional English–Persian translator and subtitler with a decade of experience delivering accurate, culturally appropriate linguistic services. Holding a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mohammad combines technical expertise with linguistic precision. Core specializations include technical, IT, software, scientific, business, and marketing content, alongside general translation projects. In the field of audiovisual translation, Mohammad excels in subtitle creation, synchronization, and proofreading for diverse media, including international sports interviews, documentaries, and educational videos. Proficient in industry-standard tools such as MemoQ, OmegaT, and Aegisub, Mohammad ensures high-quality timing and consistency across all deliverables. This detail-oriented approach guarantees reliable, on-time completion for full-time freelance assignments involving translation, transcription, and subtitle quality control.
Farsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIowaKansasLouisianaMassachusettsMinnesota
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIowaKansasLouisianaMassachusettsMinnesota
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Mohammad Reza E.

Translator & Interpreter

Language pairs: Farsi into English, English into Farsi

Interpretation modes: Consecutive, Simultaneous

Settings: Video Remote, Telephone

Mohammad Reza is a professional translator and interpreter working between Farsi and English. He provides both consecutive and simultaneous interpretation via video remote and telephone settings. His translation and interpretation expertise covers legal, medical, financial, marketing, general, and business fields. With three years of experience in the industry, he delivers accurate linguistic solutions for diverse client needs. He holds an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering. His academic background includes strong foundations in mathematics, physics, and technical subjects such as signal processing and data science. This technical training supports his ability to handle specialized terminology across various sectors. Mohammad Reza combines his engineering precision with linguistic fluency to ensure clear and effective communication for all projects.
ConsecutivaSimultáneaVideo remotoTeléfonoFarsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIowaKansasKentuckyMassachusettsMissouri
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIowaKansasKentuckyMassachusettsMissouri
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Maliheh M.

Translator

Language pairs: English into Farsi, Farsi into English

Maliheh is a professional translator with twelve years of experience specializing in medical, marketing, and IT/software domains. Holding a Master's degree and a Bachelor's degree in English Language Translation, she delivers precise English-to-Farsi and Farsi-to-English translations for a diverse international clientele. The portfolio includes extensive work on medical fact sheets, safety manuals, user documentation, and healthcare communications for major organizations. In addition to core translation services, Maliheh provides expert editing and proofreading to ensure linguistic accuracy and cultural appropriateness. Professional accomplishments include managing large-volume projects involving legal documents, technical glossaries, and educational content. She is dedicated to maintaining high standards of reliability and terminology consistency across complex assignments in the health, technology, and business sectors.
Farsi
Service areas
Persian14 statesArkansasConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaKentuckyLouisianaMarylandMassachusettsNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaOklahomaPennsylvaniaTennessee
Farsi14 statesArkansasConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaKentuckyLouisianaMarylandMassachusettsNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaOklahomaPennsylvaniaTennessee
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Sahar M.

Translator & Interpreter

Language pairs: Farsi into English, English into Farsi, Dari into English

Interpretation modes: Consecutive, Simultaneous

Settings: On Site, Video Remote

Sahar is a senior trilingual translator and interpreter with over 15 years of experience specializing in legal, medical, technical, financial, and literary fields. Holding a graduate degree in Translation Studies, Sahar provides precise consecutive and simultaneous interpretation for on-site and video remote settings. Expertise extends to complex localization projects, conference interpreting, and voice-over work for government agencies, healthcare organizations, and major enterprise clients. Proficient in translating between Farsi and English and interpreting from Dari and Farsi into English, Sahar delivers culturally accurate communication across diverse sectors including immigration, education, IT, and business. The portfolio features high-stakes court proceedings, medical consultations, multi-volume technical manuals, and extensive software localization. Sahar combines deep subject matter knowledge with advanced technical skills to ensure consistency and excellence in every assignment.
ConsecutivaSimultáneaOn SiteVideo remotoFarsiDarí
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisiana
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisiana
Dari14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisiana
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MD

Masoud D.

Translator

Language pairs: Farsi into English, Farsi into German, English into Farsi, German into Farsi

Masoud is a professional translator with 23 years of experience across a broad range of specializations, including legal, medical, technical, financial, IT/software, education, scientific, and business translation. He holds graduate degrees in English–Farsi translation and German–Farsi translation. His language pairs include Farsi into English, Farsi into German, English into Farsi, German into Farsi, and English into Pashto. Throughout his career, Masoud has translated telecommunications documents, legal contracts, training manuals, healthcare materials, documentary scripts, and journalistic content. He has served as a translator and editor for healthcare programs, transcribed and translated phone conversations for a federal agency, and translated documentary scripts for international broadcasting. His professional background also includes interpreting at corporate meetings, managing foreign correspondence, and training employees on enterprise applications.
FarsiAlemánPastún
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlaskaArkansasConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusetts
Farsi14 statesAlaskaArkansasConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusetts
German14 statesAlaskaArkansasConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusetts
Pashto14 statesAlaskaArkansasConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusetts
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Fazalhaq O.

Translator

Language pairs: English into Pashto, English into Dari, Pashto into English, Dari into English

Fazalhaq is a professional translator with twelve years of experience delivering high-quality linguistic solutions across diverse sectors. Specializing in legal, medical, marketing, IT, immigration, education, business, literary, scientific, technical, and financial fields, Fazalhaq ensures accuracy and cultural relevance in every project. Fluent in English, Pashto, Dari, Farsi, French, Arabic, and Uzbek, Fazalhaq handles complex translation tasks including post-editing, review, and proofreading for global clients. Holding a Bachelor of Arts degree, Fazalhaq combines academic foundation with practical expertise in industry-standard tools such as Trados, MemoQ, and Wordbee. The portfolio includes extensive work in cryptocurrency localization, data analysis support, and multilingual content adaptation. Committed to client satisfaction and professional growth, Fazalhaq serves as a reliable asset for organizations requiring precise communication across multiple languages and specialized domains.
PastúnDaríFarsiFrancés
Service areas
Persian14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMississippiMissouriMontana
Pashto14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMississippiMissouriMontana
Dari14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMississippiMissouriMontana
Farsi14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMississippiMissouriMontana
French14 statesAlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaIdahoKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMississippiMissouriMontana

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