Private detective: Our rates and fees

Would you like to know how much a private detective costs? Here you'll find answers about the fees we charge our customers.

Investigations Individual

Field Investigations
from 75€
HT
Per hour and per agent
  • Surveillance and shadowing
  • Daily mileage allowance defined and included
  • Production ratio in Justice
Free quotation

Professional Investigations

Field Investigations
from 85€
HT
Per hour and per agent
  • Surveillance and shadowing
  • Daily mileage allowance defined and included
  • Production ratio in Justice
FREE QUOTE

Administrative Investigations

from 500€
HT
Packages
  • Address searches
  • Person search
  • Other civil Investigations
  • Rapport productible en justice
FREE QUOTE

Factors influencing our rates

The price of a private detective can vary considerably depending on a number of criteria specific to each assignment. Understanding these factors will help you better anticipate potential costs and plan accordingly. Pricing is detailed in our quotations to ensure total transparency. Our know-how enables us to tailor our services to each specific situation. Each Investigation is unique, and various elements can cause the price of services to fluctuate. Here are the main elements that influence the rates for private detective services:

 

1. Type of mission

Costs vary according to the nature of theInvestigation, whether it involves shadowing, surveillance, administrative or digitalInvestigations .

2. Mission objective

The purpose, whether judicial or simply to obtain information, has an impact on the rate.

3. Duration and resources

The duration of the mission and the number of private search agents mobilized influence the total cost.

4. Geographical area

Travel costs are also taken into account.

5. Mission challenges

Assignments with specific difficulties may entail additional costs.

6. Additional resources

The use of additional equipment or the intervention of experts can increase costs (court commissioners, bailiffs, lawyers, etc.).

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INVENY private detective agency rates

We are at your disposal to study your case in detail and draw up a personalizedInvestigation strategy. We offer rates adapted to each request. Each service is detailed in a personalized quotation, and we offer a free consultation, physical or telephone appointment and quotation request. Hourly rates range from €75 to €125 ex VAT, depending on the complexity of the assignment. After analysis, we provide a detailed estimate and sign a contract in compliance with articles 1984 to 2010 of the French Civil Code. Our commitment is to offer you a tailor-made solution and a professional, high-quality service.

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Appointments and no-obligation quotes

Contact, quotation and appointment are free of charge. During the appointment, we will examine your request and propose a precise quotation.

Time-based billing

For assignments that are more difficult to evaluate, we invoice on a time-spent basis. A deposit is required, which is then deducted from hourly costs and ancillary expenses. The price of a detective is calculated on the basis of time spent and resources mobilized.

Flat-rate billing

For certain assignments, we offer a fixed price including a defined number of hours, a mileage allowance, certain expenses and the drafting of theInvestigation report.

Reports and Evidence Admitted in Court

INVENY accepts a variety of payment methods, including bank transfers, cash, checks and PayPal transfers. Payments in instalments may be considered in exceptional cases.

Provision for Fees and Reimbursement ofInvestigation Costs

A retainer is requested when each case is opened, to cover management costs, operational reconnaissance and initial investigations. The detective begins his mission as soon as he receives proof of payment of the retainer. At the close of theInvestigation file, we provide you with a detailed invoice, including all fees, expenses and disbursements incurred. If your case is brought before the courts, it is possible to claim reimbursement ofInvestigation fees under article 700 of the French Code of Civil Procedure. Case law often recognizes that costs incurred for a private Investigation can be reimbursed if it is necessary to ensure the plaintiff's defense. Contact us to discuss how we can handle your case and defend your interests professionally and effectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about private investigator rates

Frequently asked questions about our private detective agency rates

Our fees vary according to the assignment, from €75 to €125 (excl. VAT) per hour. As each Investigation is unique, a personalized estimate is drawn up after studying your file.

Rates depend on a number of factors: the complexity of the case, its duration, the technical resources used (surveillance, information gathering, shadowing) and the number of agents mobilized.

Yes, we analyze your request rigorously in order to propose an appropriateInvestigation strategy. Before any intervention, we draw up a free, detailed estimate, providing you with a clear vision of how the mission will be carried out. This initial assessment enables us to anticipate the resources required, while guaranteeing transparency and confidentiality.

Certain additional costs may apply (out-of-area travel, special equipment, night work). These elements are always specified before any mission or invoiced or applied after your prior agreement.

We accept several methods of payment: bank transfer, cheque, cash and secure online payment. In some cases, payment by instalments may be possible.

In some cases,Investigation costs may be reimbursed by a court order or paid by a lawyer as part of a legal procedure. Ask your legal advisor for more information.

The duration varies according to the complexity of the case. An Investigation can last from a few hours to several weeks, depending on the information sought, the surveillance conditions, the purpose of the mission and the need for evidence.

Yes, all our reports are drawn up in accordance with legal standards and can be used in court to defend your interests.

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