Private Investigator Scotland – Nationwide Investigation Services
Discreet. Lawful. Evidence-Driven.
Our firm provides professional private investigation services across Scotland, supporting individuals, businesses, and legal professionals with discreet intelligence, reliable evidence, and actionable insights.
With operations spanning Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Inverness, and the wider Scottish regions, we combine local knowledge with advanced investigative methods to deliver results that withstand legal and corporate scrutiny.
Nationwide coverage with rapid deployment
Investigators from law enforcement, intelligence, and corporate security backgrounds
Fully compliant with UK legislation and GDPR
Transparent reporting and defensible evidence
Why Engage Our Services
Proven Expertise – Our private investigators in Scotland bring extensive experience in surveillance, corporate intelligence, asset tracing, and litigation support. Many are former police officers or security professionals, accustomed to complex and sensitive cases.
Regulatory Compliance – Every operation is conducted within the framework of UK and Scottish law. This ensures the evidence obtained is both lawful and admissible in legal proceedings.
Confidentiality Assured – We recognise the sensitivity of our clients’ requirements. Information is handled with strict confidentiality protocols and stored in secure systems.
Clear Reporting- Clients receive structured reports containing verified findings, supporting evidence, and, where relevant, recommendations for further legal or corporate action.
Core Investigation Services Across Scotland
Surveillance Operations – Targeted covert surveillance using advanced techniques to monitor activity, verify behaviour, and obtain evidential imagery. From matrimonial and infidelity investigations to welfare and lifestyle checks in urban and rural areas across Scotland.
Background Screening & Due Diligence – Detailed checks on individuals and organisations, including financial standing, litigation history, professional background, and reputational analysis.
Tracing & Locating Individuals – National coverage for locating debtors, missing persons, and tracing witnesses using databases, open-source intelligence, and discreet fieldwork.
Corporate & Commercial Investigations – Fraud detection, employee misconduct, brand protection, and internal risk assessments for Scottish businesses and multinationals operating in the region.
Asset & Financial Investigations – Identification of concealed property, business interests, and financial irregularities — often in support of litigation, divorce, or corporate recovery.
Technical Surveillance Counter-Measures (TSCM) – Professional electronic bug sweeps to detect and mitigate covert surveillance devices in corporate offices, vehicles, and private residences.
Legal & Litigation Support – Evidence gathering, process serving, and witness tracing tailored for solicitors, insurers, and corporate legal departments.
Our Process
Initial Consultation – Confidential review of requirements and objectives.
Investigation Plan – Strategy, timelines, and projected costs agreed with the client.
Operational Deployment – Surveillance, intelligence gathering, or technical investigation conducted discreetly.
Analysis & Reporting – Findings compiled into structured, evidence-based reports.
Ongoing Support – Further investigation or courtroom testimony available as required.
Geographic Coverage
Our operations extend across Scotland, including:
Edinburgh – Legal and financial centre
Glasgow – Scotland’s largest commercial hub
Aberdeen – Energy and oil industry investigations
Dundee – Corporate and personal services
Inverness & Highlands – Complex rural deployments
Stirling, Perth, Fife, Borders, Ayrshire, Dumfries – Full regional coverage
Compliance & Legal Assurance
Adherence to Data Protection Act 2018 & GDPR.
Operations structured to avoid harassment or unlawful recording.
All evidence prepared in a manner suitable for judicial or corporate proceedings.
Professional indemnity insurance in place.
Representative Case Studies
Corporate Fraud, Aberdeen – Investigation of procurement irregularities identified internal fraud worth over £150,000.
Asset Tracing, Edinburgh – Located offshore holdings relevant to divorce proceedings, assisting client’s legal counsel.
Debtor Tracing, Glasgow – Individual traced to a new trading entity, facilitating debt recovery through the courts.
Client Testimonials
“The level of professionalism and the quality of the report exceeded our expectations. The findings were instrumental in supporting litigation.” – Solicitor, Edinburgh
“Responsive, discreet, and highly effective. A trusted partner for sensitive corporate matters.” – Managing Director, Glasgow
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it lawful to engage a private investigator in Scotland?
Yes. All services are conducted within UK legal frameworks, ensuring compliance and admissibility.
What are typical costs?
Pricing depends on complexity and duration. Investigations range from fixed-fee tracing assignments to multi-day corporate surveillance. Transparent proposals are provided before engagement.
Do you operate nationwide?
Yes. From our local office in Edinburgh, our private investigators cover all Scottish regions and can coordinate UK-wide investigations where required.