How can you find a reputable private investigator in the Philippines?

Answer 1

Philippines is a country with a high degree of fraud and corruption, ranked 118th out of 160 on the NationMaster Government Corruption list, so it is important to understand a person or companies background before getting too involved on a personal or business level.

When considering hiring a Philippines detective, it is a good idea to check their location first. Many are based in the United States or Europe, not in the Philippines or even Southeast Asia, so the first step is to make sure it's possible to speak with someone that is actually in the Philippines!

While these foreign private investigators may provide excellent service in their home countries, there is a major disadvantage to doing "long-distance" or "internet" investigations in the Philippines. These companies must normally subcontract their services, furthermore without local agents or staff, it is difficult to control the quality and timeliness of their work. In addition, Philippines culture, customs, and laws are very different from other countries, and of course the service costs outside the Philippines are also much higher.