Close Protection · Bay of Naples

Bodyguard in Capri

Island discretion & VIP protection.

The island of la dolce vita

Glamour on a small island.

Capri concentrates extraordinary glamour into a few square kilometres, drawing entertainers, executives and royalty to the Piazzetta, the boutiques of Via Camerelle and the villas and yachts that ring the island each summer.

From the Marina Grande and the Faraglioni anchorages to the cliffside hotels of Anacapri, Algoz arranges protection that lets clients move through the island's narrow lanes and exclusive settings while remaining entirely at ease.

Key Security Risks in Capri

Glamour in tight quarters.

Access

Narrow Lanes & Funicular

Pedestrian lanes, the funicular and limited vehicle access that complicate movement.

Maritime

Yacht & Anchorage Security

Yacht anchorages and tender movements requiring water-side coordination.

Nightlife

High-Visibility Venues

The Piazzetta and boutiques where wealth and identity are highly exposed.

Press

Paparazzi & Tracking

Persistent press attention and social posts revealing location and movement.

Seasonal

Peak-Season Density

Intense summer crowding that complicates movement and emergency egress.

Theft

Opportunistic Crime

Targeted theft of valuables around venues, hotels and villa entrances.

Bodyguard Services in Capri

The whole island, covered.

CPOs

Italian-Licensed Officers

Discreet operatives compliant with Italian private-security law, fluent in English and Italian.

Maritime

Yacht & Tender Coordination

Anchorage access, tender logistics and crew liaison for yacht-based clients.

Estates

Villa & Hotel Security

Residential and hotel coverage, access control and overnight presence.

Nightlife

Discreet Venue Cover

Low-profile protection through the Piazzetta, restaurants and private events.

Transfers

Naples & Ferry Coordination

Secure transfers via Naples, the hydrofoil and private tender to the island.

Excellence, Discreetly Delivered

\"Protection shaped for a small island - close at hand, completely unobtrusive.\"

Algoz Group - Capri

Hire a Bodyguard in Capri

Protection across Capri & the Bay of Naples.

Share your villa or yacht, your dates and your itinerary, and we will coordinate discreet protection across the island.

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Italian Legal Framework

Why protection in Capri must be licensed.

Under Italian law, bodyguard is not an independent freelance occupation. Personal protection falls under the TULPS (Royal Decree 773/1931) and is delivered through Prefettura-authorised security institutes whose operatives - Guardie Particolari Giurate (GPG) - are sworn, vetted and licensed.

Algoz coordinates protection in Capri exclusively through this licensed framework, with every operative Prefettura-authorised, NDA-bound and discreet. See how our close protection works, add concierge and secure transport, or extend across Naples and Porto Cervo.

Indicative Investment

What protection in Capri costs.

As a guide, professional close protection in Italy is, in 2026, typically EUR 500–800 per day for a single principal on twelve-hour cover, with the final rate confirmed on enquiry and no obligation. Specialist profiles, armed or armoured requirements, short-notice mobilisation and peak season carry a premium. Read our full close protection pricing guide, how a security driver works, and how modern close protection is run.

Where We Operate

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Italy

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Protecting celebrities & public figures

Actors, musicians, athletes, royals and the people the world recognises - celebrity protection is its own discipline: anti-paparazzi strategy, leak-proof operations, crowd and stalker management, and details that switch from red carpet to invisible in the same day.

Celebrity Close Protection

Important Legal Notice — Security & Close Protection

Algoz FZ-LLC (Trade License 5033995 | TRN 105119056700001) is licensed for Businessmen Services and Lifestyle Development Consultancy by RAKEZ. We do not directly provide armed or unarmed security, bodyguard or close-protection services. All operational execution is performed exclusively by licensed third-party partners holding the necessary local permits (e.g. Italy's private-security framework (guardia particolare giurata licensing under the TULPS), authorised by the competent Prefettura). We provide direct assistance and support in partnership with local regulated providers, complying with local laws. Clients are responsible for obtaining any required approvals. Armed services require a minimum 30-day lead time for authorisation, which may be refused. All activities comply with UAE laws and RAKEZ regulations.

Bodyguard in Capri - Frequently Asked Questions

Why use Algoz rather than hiring a local security agency in Capri directly?

Because vetting an unknown local security agency in Capri yourself is where the real risk lies. Standards, licensing and discipline vary widely between firms, and a principal cannot tell a properly licensed, reliable operator from an underqualified one until something goes wrong in the field, when it is already too late. Algoz knows the Capri market in Italy: we have already worked with these providers, vetted them and kept only the best. Engage us and we select the right team for your profile, brief them under NDA and supervise them closely against our own standard throughout - so you gain genuine local knowledge and full licensing without gambling on an untested agency. One accountable point of contact owns the outcome, and you are never left managing an unfamiliar vendor in a foreign city.

Is it legal to hire a bodyguard in Italy, and do they need a licence?

Yes, but personal protection in Italy is regulated. Under the TULPS (Royal Decree 773/1931), protection is delivered by Prefettura-authorised security institutes whose officers are sworn, licensed Guardie Particolari Giurate (GPG); bodyguard is not a freelance profession. Algoz coordinates only licensed Italian operatives, so your detail is fully compliant.

Can you arrange discreet close protection on Capri?

Yes. Licensed officers and secure transport cover villas, yachts, dining and events for visiting principals and families, with multilingual coordination and low-profile delivery.

How do you handle Capri's narrow lanes and limited vehicle access?

Our operatives plan movement around the island's pedestrian lanes, the funicular and electric-cart transfers, coordinating timing and routing so clients move smoothly and discreetly.

Can you coordinate yacht and tender security?

Yes. For clients anchored off the island, we manage tender operations, anchorage liaison and crew coordination alongside land-based protection.

Is protection discreet around the Piazzetta and boutiques?

Yes. Our operatives provide low-profile cover that never intrudes, managing access and movement quietly through the island's busiest settings.

Are your operatives licensed in Italy?

Yes. All operational execution is carried out by partners holding the required Italian private-security licensing, fluent in English and Italian with further languages on request.

Can the client choose the bodyguard they prefer?

In many cases, yes. Given sufficient notice, and provided the request can be accommodated without compromising safety, the client may select the profile of the operative, and in most engagements is offered this choice. It cannot, however, override our professional security assessment, which always takes precedence.