Professional Tracing Agents Since 1898

Trusted by solicitors, insolvency practitioners, and businesses across the UK. We locate individuals, verify backgrounds, and deliver results with our no trace, no fee guarantee.

Professional tracing agent delivering successful results to satisfied client in UK office
128 Years of Experience
95%+ Success Rate
IQ3 Certified Staff
4 Professional Memberships
No Trace, No Fee Guarantee
ICO Registered: Z6551506
UK GDPR Compliant
Professional Indemnity Insured

Our Services

Comprehensive tracing and investigation services for individuals and businesses

Desktop Trace

Locate individuals using electronic database searches. Our most popular tracing service with a no trace, no fee guarantee.

£35 + VAT
Turnaround: Between 1 and 2 working days
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Urgent Desktop Trace

Priority desktop trace for time-sensitive cases whilst still benefiting from our no trace, no fee guarantee.

£45 + VAT
Turnaround: Within 1 working day
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Enhanced Trace

Comprehensive investigation for complex cases including ground enquiries when electronic methods are unsuccessful.

£150 + VAT
Turnaround: Up to 4 weeks
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Background Report

Comprehensive due diligence report including address verification, CCJs, insolvency checks, and directorship history.

£25 + VAT
Turnaround: 1 to 2 working days
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Asset Trace

Identify property ownership, land registry searches, and asset verification for individuals or companies.

£50 + VAT
Turnaround: 2 to 3 working days
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Company Report

Detailed company credit report including financial data, directors, CCJs, and credit rating assessment.

£15 + VAT
Turnaround: 1 working day
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Process Serving

Professional legal document delivery with full statement of service suitable for court filing.

Price on Application
Turnaround: Varies
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PCD Asset/Credit Report

Personal Credit Data report based on a subject's credit file. Available for fraud investigations and insolvency cases only. Shows mortgages, loans, credit cards, CCJs, and financial links.

Price on Application
Turnaround: Varies
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How It Works

Get started with your trace in three simple steps

1. Submit Your Request

Provide us with the information you have about the individual you're trying to locate.

2. We Investigate

Our experienced team uses multiple data sources and investigative techniques.

3. Receive Results

Get a comprehensive report with verified current address and additional data.

No Trace, No Fee

If we can't locate your subject, you don't pay. It's that simple.

Why Choose Palatine?

What sets us apart from other tracing agents

Established 1898

Over 128 years of experience in tracing and investigation services.

IQ Level 3 Certified

All staff hold IQ Level 3 Award in process serving and investigation.

Professional Memberships

Members of ABI, IPI, WAPI, and CPI professional bodies.

Data Protection

ICO registered and fully compliant with UK GDPR requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our tracing services

Simply submit your request online with the information you have about the person you're trying to locate. This typically includes their name, date of birth, and last known address. Our team will use multiple data sources to locate their current address.

If we are unable to locate your subject and provide a verified current address, you will not be charged for the trace. This guarantee gives you peace of mind that you only pay for results.

Yes, people tracing is legal when conducted for lawful purposes. We comply with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR. All requests must satisfy one of the conditions for lawful processing, such as legal proceedings, debt recovery, or beneficiary tracing.

Standard desktop traces are typically completed within 1 to 2 working days. Enhanced traces, which involve more in-depth investigation, may take up to 4 weeks depending on the complexity of the case.

As a minimum, we need the subject's full name and either their date of birth or last known address. The more information you can provide, the higher the success rate. Additional details like previous addresses, phone numbers, or employer information can help.

Yes, we work extensively with solicitors, insolvency practitioners, debt recovery agencies, and corporate clients. We offer volume pricing for regular users and can set up account facilities. Contact us to discuss your requirements.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact our team today to discuss your tracing requirements. With over 128 years of experience, we deliver results you can trust.