Find a Sign Language Interpreter
The Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (NCDHH), as authorized by state statutes and regulations, licenses sign language interpreters and Video Remote Interpreter (VRI) businesses to ensure they meet established qualifications and competency standards of accuracy, professionalism, and accessibility.
Interpreters bridge communication between Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and hearing individuals in workplaces, healthcare, legal settings, community events, and beyond.
If you are seeking to hire an interpreter for your business, organization, event, or personal needs, you have three options:
Option 1: Hire a Licensed Interpreter Directly
Find interpreters who have shared their contact information and are available for independent hire. Only interpreters who opt to share their contact information are listed in the Contact List.
View Contact List ➜ Nebraska Licensed Freelance Interpreters Contact Information 2025-2027
Option 2: Hire Through an Interpreter Referral Agency
Referral agencies can help match you with an appropriate interpreter for your needs. These agencies have contracts with NCDHH.
View Approved Referral Agencies ➜ Interpreter Referral Agency List (last updated 2/4/2026)
Option 3: Contact a Licensed Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Company
VRI services provide remote interpreting through a secure video platform. The following companies are licensed to provide VRI services in Nebraska.
View Approved VRI Companies ➜ Licensed VRI Companies (last updated 3/26/2025)
Verify License Status
Before hiring a licensed interpreter or a Video Remote Interpreter business, check that the interpreter’s license or VRI’s business license is active and in good standing. Verifying license status is important to ensure interpreters and VRI businesses meet Nebraska’s professional standards.
View Full Licensing List ➜ Licensed Roster 2025-2027
Need Help?
If you have any questions about hiring an interpreter or verifying a license, please contact your nearest NCDHH office.
Court-Related Communication Access:
If you require communication access—such as a sign language interpreter, CART services, or an assistive listening device—for a court hearing or probation matter, notify the court or probation office directly. Courts are legally responsible for providing communication access that is culturally and linguistically appropriate.
If the court or probation office does not provide access, or if you face delays or barriers, contact the Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (NCDHH) immediately. NCDHH can help you address the issue and ensure the responsible agency fulfills its obligation.
