Our Mission
The mission of i-Spy Detective Agency is to provide you with:
Welcome to I-Spy Detective Agency
I-Spy Detective Agency, the professional detective agency that delivers results and keeps you in the picture every step of the way. Professional and discreet private investigations conducted in countless UK towns and cities, supported and administrated by an extensive UK network of professional ex-military covert surveillance agents.
surveillance
Services
Catch a cheat spouse, bad actors or gain proof of parent neglect
Lie Detector TestING
Combat suspicions of dishonesty or deception.
Find the truth.
24/7 Process Serving
We will deliver writs, divorce papers, court summons & more, 24/7.
bug sweeping services
Our bug sweeping services can detect if you are being spied on.
Private Detective Services
Why hire our Private Detectives?
We pride ourselves on our exceptional success rate, delivering professional services with a team of fully qualified and trained operatives.
As a registered organization with the Information Commissioners Office, we uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion, ensuring client privacy is always our top priority.
Our services are available nationwide, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we offer both male and female agents to meet your specific needs. In many cases, we work on a fixed-fee basis, providing transparent and reliable solutions tailored to you.
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We will clearly outline how many agents your case will require, provide a timeline for when the work will be completed, and explain when and how you will receive the evidence.
Additionally, we will ensure you have a full understanding of the overall cost of your operation.
Furthermore, we are equipped to handle cases of any size, whether large or small. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we are always reachable to provide the support you need.
Why choose i-Spy Detectives?
iSpy Detectives are a fully legally compliant Investigations and Tracing Agency that has been featured in the press worldwide. Our team possess knowledge and experience that is second-to-none. This is why their opinions have been seen in The NewYork Post, Huffington Post, The Sun, Metro, Yahoo Life, The Mirror, England Times, Lad Bible, Unilad, Express, Bristol Post, and Wales Online.
About the i-Spy Detectives team
iSpy Detectives provides professional tracing services throughout the United Kingdom, maintaining a 98.8% success rate. Our team comprises experienced professionals with backgrounds in law enforcement, military intelligence, cybersecurity, and specialist tracing operations. We conduct all investigations in strict accordance with UK legislation and regulatory requirements, employing thorough methodologies to locate individuals and identify assets.
Our counter-surveillance division consists of field-operational specialists, including former military personnel, law enforcement officers, and cybersecurity professionals. Our team has successfully conducted technical surveillance countermeasures for a diverse clientele, including private individuals, corporate entities, government facilities, and high-profile clients across multiple jurisdictions.
Where do your private detectives operate?
iSpy Detectives has global ties that provide investigation services to every jurisdiction worldwide. Our agents are positioned in all major cities of the UK including: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Brighton, Exeter and Bristol. In addition to the UK, we have a global partnership in 85 countries – both North America and Australia (United States, Canada, Australia) and most of Europe (France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Netherlands and United Arab Emirates and Singapore).
This global infrastructure allows us to carry out cross-border investigations and track assets and people in overseas jurisdictions. Our global network of experts means clients can expect consistent investigative services, no matter how complicated the geography. Another way of saying it, we have local presence and knowledge of local laws useful on the ground.
contact our detectives
Freephone: 0800 002 9153
Text: 07399 884 635
Email: office.ispydetectives@gmail.com
UK Private Detective FAQs
No, not at all, our private detectives can arrange to contact you via your preferred channel – phone, e-mail, Whatsapp or text message. If you can only speak to us at a specific time, then please let us know or contact us via the contact page form. We appreciate certain matters are private and sensitive, so we will work around you.
Nobody should ever be able to tell that they are being investigated. It’s i-Spy Detective Agency’s business to provide a service that is completely private and confidential. We are highly skilled at performing very complex tasks and gather evidence, under the radar.
Private clients, Law firms, corporations, insurance companies and entities not involved with the government or police all have reasons to use a private investigator.
Our detective agency accepts cash, cheque, bank transfer, PayPal and all major credit/debit cards.
Every job we conduct is 100% legal, I-SPY Detective Agency will not break any UK laws to complete a job or to obtain information.
Our private detectives operate throughout the whole of the United Kingdom. We also operate in most other countries, so cross-border investigations are not a problem for us.
Initially, we need to speak to you either by phone, email, text or face to face. We do this to get an understanding of your needs as the client and also what you are looking to achieve. All consultations are free with no obligation to proceed. Once they have the required information, our detectives will begin working immediately.
We always start the operation as soon as possible, as required. Once the go-ahead has been given from the client and we have formulated a sufficient plan we will proceed all relevant activity. We are a 24/7 Detective Agency and we keep going until we achieve a result.
A detective (or private investigator) is a licensed professional who conducts investigations legally, often for individuals, businesses, or solicitors. A spy, by contrast, usually refers to someone gathering intelligence secretly, often in government or espionage contexts. If you’re looking for discreet but legal surveillance or investigation, a private detective agency is the right choice.
The cost varies depending on the type of investigation. For example:
- Surveillance: usually charged hourly (plus expenses).
- Background checks or tracing: often a fixed fee.
- Corporate investigations or bug sweeping services: Usually higher cost due to complexity of the investigation, and the personnel and specialist equipment involved.
At i-Spy, we provide a free, no-obligation quote after assessing your case.
As a professional private investigation agency we offer a complete range of detective services, including:
- Surveillance (personal & corporate)
- Tracing missing persons
- Background checks
- Bug sweeping (TSCM) for homes and offices
- Lie detector tests (polygraph)
- Corporate investigations (employee fraud, theft, due diligence)
- Process serving and legal support services
We have many personal and corporate clients who use us for all their investigation and legal needs.
Yes, private investigation is legal in the UK. However, investigators must follow strict data protection and privacy laws. They cannot hack phones, tap into private communications, or break into properties. Reputable agencies use lawful surveillance and intelligence-gathering techniques.
Absolutely. Many corporate detective agencies specialise in protecting businesses from fraud, employee misconduct, cybercrime, or data theft. They also conduct due diligence checks and internal investigations for companies across the UK.
Yes. Tracing missing persons is a common service offered by detective agencies. Using databases, open-source intelligence, and investigative experience, a private investigator can often locate debtors, long-lost relatives, or people who have disappeared.
Bug sweeping (also called Technical Surveillance Counter-Measures) is the process of checking a property, vehicle, or office for hidden cameras, listening devices, or spyware. Businesses use it to protect trade secrets, and individuals may request it for personal security. The best bug sweeping services use advanced electronic equipment to detect threats.
When choosing an agency, look for:
- Proven experience & client testimonials
- A professional website and clear contact details
- Membership in recognised investigative associations
- A wide range of services (surveillance, tracing, bug sweeping, etc.)
- Clear and transparent pricing
This ensures you’re hiring a reputable, discreet, and effective private investigator.