Tracing Overseas

Trusted by businesses, individuals, and the legal profession since 1994, we offer friendly and discreet service. Rated 5 stars by hundreds of clients, we deliver expert asset recovery and investigation worldwide. We’ve successfully traced hundreds of millions in recoverable assets and handled 12,500 cases across 122 countries. Contact us today to see how we can help you.

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Why Is Tracing Overseas So Challenging?

Are you trying to find someone who has left the UK? Whether they’ve moved for personal reasons, professional opportunities, or to escape debt, locating individuals overseas can be a challenging task.

At Global Investigations, we specialise in international tracing services, offering a compliant and efficient method of finding people abroad.

Tracing someone who has left the country requires extensive expertise and specialist knowledge. There are numerous factors to consider throughout the investigation, including:

  • Different legal systems and data protection laws
  • Language barriers
  • Lack of access to local records
  • Time zone differences
  • Cultural nuances

If not handled correctly from the start, you may lose all hope of ever locating the person you’re trying to find. That’s why choosing the right private investigations for your tracing needs is crucial.

How Can Global Investigations Help You Trace Someone Overseas?

As the UK’s leading tracing agent, Global Investigations is highly regarded in the UK and internationally for conducting professional, successful tracing enquiries. Our expertise in international tracing sets us apart from other agencies.

What Makes Our Tracing Service Unique?

In-house multilingual team

 Our expert in-house team, many of whom are bilingual, conducts most of our overseas tracing, allowing us to overcome language barriers efficiently.

Global network

We’ve established connections with investigative agencies in Europe, the US, the Middle East, Asia, and numerous other locations worldwide. This extensive network provides us with investigative freedom and flexibility.

Access to international resources

Our capacity to access various national and international resources is something most competitors cannot offer.

High success rate

We pride ourselves on our continued high levels of security and success since our establishment.

Reputation protection

Throughout every investigation, we prioritise your reputation and privacy.

What Information Do Our Private Detectives Need to Start a Trace?

The more information you can provide, the higher the chances of a successful trace. However, we understand that you may have limited details. Some key pieces of information that can help include full name, date of birth, last known address, and employment details. 

Even with minimal information, our experienced tracing agents use advanced tools and techniques to locate the subject of your enquiry.

What Types of Overseas Tracing Services Do We Offer?

Our international trace services cater to various needs, including:

  • Debtor tracing – Locate individuals who have left the country owing money
  • Missing person searches – Help you find and reconnect with lost friends or family members
  • Asset tracing – Locate hidden assets in other countries
  • Legal tracing – Find individuals needed for legal proceedings

How Does Our Overseas Tracing Service Work?

  1. Contact us with your tracing needs and provide all available information, including names, last-known addresses, and any relevant personal details.
  2. Our experts evaluate the case and determine the best approach, tailoring the process to the unique circumstances of your request.
  3. We use our global network and resources to trace the individual, leveraging advanced techniques and local partnerships to achieve accurate results.
  4. We keep you informed throughout the process with regular updates, ensuring transparency and peace of mind.
  5. Once the trace is complete, we provide a comprehensive report with our findings, including actionable next steps if necessary.

Why Choose Global Investigations for Tracing Overseas?

Global Investigations is a trusted name in international tracing, bringing years of expertise to even the most complex cases. Our extensive global network of partner offices allows us to conduct searches in virtually any country, ensuring comprehensive and efficient results. Adhering strictly to UK data protection laws and international regulations, we fully comply to provide a secure and reliable service.

Understanding the sensitive nature of this work, we prioritise confidentiality and discretion, giving you peace of mind throughout the tracing process.

Contact Us Today

Don’t let distance prevent you from finding the person you’re looking for. Contact Global Investigations today to start your overseas trace. Our professional, discreet, and efficient trace service will help you reconnect with individuals abroad, locate debtors, or find missing persons internationally.

Let us put our tracing expertise to work for you and provide the answers you need.

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We are the highest rated private detective firm in the UK, trading  for over 29 years. Your confidentiality is prerequisite with all we do and your case will be handled with the utmost care. Ask us anything and we will be happy to assist, with no obligation to proceed at all.