If you need an interpreter, contact us to arrange a professional interpreter (at no cost to you) before the hearing. \r\r Make sure you ask for an interpreter as early as you can. \r\r We connect with a large network of interpreters in 160 languages. Tell us in English what your language is when you ask for an interpreter. It’s best to ask when you apply to VCAT or as soon as possible after we’ve sent you your hearing date. \r\r We don’t allow a relative or friend to interpret for you at a hearing.