Under , ensure your new language is added.
If you cannot obtain the official offline installer, consider these alternatives: Microsoft Office 2016 Language Pack Offline Installer
Under , move your preferred language to the top of the list. Click OK and restart the application. ⚠️ Common Troubleshooting Under , ensure your new language is added
These are lighter versions that typically only translate the most frequently used ribbon items and commands. They are often used for regional languages where a full LAP is not available. Requires existing Office 2016 license
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | | Office 2016 (Perpetual, MSI-based or Click-to-Run) | | Operating Systems | Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, 8.1, Windows 10, Windows Server 2016 | | License Requirement | Requires a valid, installed, and activated base Office 2016 license (Standard, Professional Plus, Home & Business, etc.) | | Distribution Channels | Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC), MSDN Subscriptions, Microsoft 365 Admin Center (for Click-to-Run), OEM partners | | Free Availability | Not free for consumers. Requires existing Office 2016 license. |
For certain regional languages, Microsoft offers LIPs, which are often provided as specific KB (Knowledge Base) updates.