What NAATI is
NAATI, the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters, is Australia's national standards and certifying authority for translators and interpreters. It is an Australian body: its tests and credentials are designed around Australian migration and Australian professional standards.
For Indonesian speakers, NAATI matters in three ways:
- The CCL test, which can add 5 points to a skilled visa application.
- Certification tests, if you want to work as an Indonesian translator or interpreter in Australia.
- Certified translations, if you need Indonesian documents translated for Australian authorities.
The Indonesian CCL test: 5 visa points
The Credentialed Community Language (CCL) test checks whether you can communicate at a community level between English and another language. Indonesian is one of the 55 CCL languages.
- Why people sit it: a pass can add 5 points to the points test for visas such as the 189, 190 and 491. Check the effect on your score with our PR points calculator.
- Format: two dialogues between an English speaker and an Indonesian speaker. Segments are up to 35 words, and you must start interpreting within 5 seconds of the chime.
- Pass mark: 63 out of 90, with at least 29 out of 45 in each dialogue.
- Results: by email within 4 to 6 weeks.
- Validity: credentials issued from 9 August 2022 are valid for 5 years.
For the full picture, read what the NAATI CCL is and our guide to passing the Indonesian CCL.
Taking the CCL from Indonesia
NAATI delivers the CCL online only, on the Televic platform with ProctorExam supervision, and schedules sessions in Australian Eastern Time. If you are in Indonesia, three things trip people up:
- Time zone. Jakarta is 3 hours behind Sydney during AEST and 4 hours behind during daylight saving (AEDT). Convert the exact date, not a rule of thumb.
- ID. Candidate instructions refer to a valid passport or accepted Australian or New Zealand ID. Do not assume a KTP will be accepted.
- Equipment. You need a computer with a camera, microphone and speakers, plus a phone or tablet as a second camera. Headsets are not allowed.
Our Indonesian-language guide, Tes NAATI CCL dari Jakarta, walks through WIB conversion and setup.
Becoming a certified Indonesian translator or interpreter
The CCL is not a professional credential. If you want to work as a translator or interpreter, NAATI's certification tests are the path, and both of the entry-level credentials are available in Indonesian:
- Certified Translator: written translation, tested online, $605 per direction. Prerequisites apply.
- Certified Provisional Interpreter: spoken interpreting of non-complex messages, tested online or in person, $660. Prerequisites apply.
You also need to meet NAATI's ethical and intercultural competency prerequisites. NAATI assesses your training first, and if it does not cover these, you will be invited to sit the Ethical Competency and/or Intercultural Competency tests ($242 each). Check the prerequisite pathways on each NAATI page before applying. Our article on CCL vs NAATI certification explains how the two paths differ.
NAATI fees for Indonesian speakers (2026-27)
| Test or service | Fee (AUD, incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| CCL test | $814 |
| CCL test review | $187 |
| Practice CCL test (marked by an examiner) | $165 |
| Certified Translator test (each direction) | $605 |
| Certified Provisional Interpreter test | $660 |
| Certified Interpreter test (spoken languages) | $440 |
| Ethical Competency test | $242 |
| Intercultural Competency test | $242 |
Fees are from NAATI's fee list for 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027. NAATI reviews fees each July, so check before you pay. For CCL budgeting, including the cost of a resit, see our NAATI exam fee guide.
Finding a NAATI certified Indonesian translator
If you need an Indonesian birth certificate, degree or police check translated for an Australian visa or authority, use the NAATI Online Directory. Filter by Indonesian and by credential type, such as Certified Translator, and contact practitioners directly for a quote.
Many official bodies in Australia ask for NAATI certified translations of non-English documents, so check the requirements of the organisation you are applying to before ordering.
Preparing for the Indonesian CCL
- Indonesian CCL sample dialogue: medical
- Indonesian CCL vocabulary guide
- Numbers and dates in Indonesian CCL
- Apa itu NAATI CCL? (Indonesian)
When you are ready to test yourself, try a realistic Indonesian-English practice dialogue with per-segment feedback. Your first dialogue is free.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a NAATI test in Indonesian?
Yes. Indonesian is available for the NAATI CCL test, the Certified Translator test and the Certified Provisional Interpreter test.
Can I take the NAATI CCL test from Indonesia?
The CCL test is delivered online only, with sessions scheduled in Australian Eastern Time. If you sit it from Indonesia, you need suitable equipment, accepted ID such as a valid passport, and the correct WIB time for your session.
How much does NAATI cost for Indonesian?
For 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, NAATI lists the CCL test at $814, the Certified Translator test at $605 per direction and the Certified Provisional Interpreter test at $660, all in AUD including GST.
How do I find a NAATI certified Indonesian translator?
Search the NAATI Online Directory at directory.naati.com.au by language and credential type.
Does a CCL pass make me a certified translator?
No. NAATI states the CCL is not a professional certification. To work as a translator or interpreter you need a separate NAATI certification.
Sources and update
Updated . Independent study material by Indonesian NAATI. Not affiliated with NAATI. Rules may change; check the official sources before booking.