Is it legal to hire a private bodyguard?
Yes. Close protection is legal and regulated in the markets Algoz covers. Operatives must be licensed by the local authority — the SIA in the UK, CNAPS in France, SIRA in Dubai, SuperVigilancia in Colombia, and so on. Algoz coordinates only licensed, vetted operatives, so your detail is fully compliant.
How much does close protection cost?
It depends on the market, the operative profile and the hours of cover. As a guide, expect USD 600 to 900 per day in Western Europe, USD 500 to 750 in the Gulf, USD 450 to 700 in Brazil, and USD 500 to 650 in Egypt, for a single principal on twelve-hour cover. Specialist profiles and short-notice mobilisation carry a premium. Our pricing guide gives the full picture and the final rate is confirmed on enquiry.
What does a day rate include?
The standard close protection day rate is built around a twelve-hour operational window and covers on-task time, preparation and professional availability. Accommodation, flights, per diem and vehicle provision are billed separately, and matter most on longer international assignments.
How much notice do you need to mobilise?
For standard close protection we recommend a minimum of 48 hours, which allows proper advance work. Urgent and same-day requests can often be accommodated in established markets. Armed protection, where lawful, requires a minimum 30-day lead time for authorisation.
Can your operatives be armed?
Only where the law allows and the brief justifies it. Many markets — including the UK and much of Europe — are unarmed by default. Where armed cover is lawful, it is arranged through licensed providers with the required authorisation and a minimum 30-day lead time.
Do you provide female bodyguards?
Yes. Female close protection officers are available in most markets and are often the right choice for female principals, family assignments and fashion or entertainment environments.
Will the protection be discreet?
Yes. Discretion is the core of our service. Operatives are low-profile and often indistinguishable from a personal assistant or driver. The aim is for protection to be felt by you and noticed by no one else.
Are your operatives vetted, and is my privacy protected?
Every operative is background-checked, locally licensed and NDA-bound. Your enquiry and engagement are confidential from the first message and remain so indefinitely.
Can I choose the operative?
In most cases, yes. With sufficient notice we match the profile to you — language, gender, cultural fluency and specialism — and you are usually offered a choice. It cannot override our professional security assessment, which always takes precedence.
Do you also arrange transport and concierge?
Yes. Close protection can be combined with secure transport — a Mercedes S-Class for an individual or couple, a V-Class for a group, with a security-trained driver — and full concierge, all coordinated by one team and one point of contact.
Which countries and cities do you cover?
Algoz coordinates licensed protection across Europe, the Middle East, the Americas and Asia, from London, Paris, Monaco and Milan to Dubai, Cairo, Rio de Janeiro and beyond. If a destination is not on the site, ask — our network extends well past the published pages.
Do you work with retainers for frequent travellers?
Yes. Clients who travel often hold trusted operatives on a retainer, typically at a 10 to 20 percent discount to equivalent day rates, in exchange for guaranteed availability and priority mobilisation.
Can you pay in cryptocurrency?
Yes. Algoz accepts major cryptocurrencies alongside conventional payment for close protection, concierge and transport, handled discreetly.
How do I start?
Contact our operations team directly for a confidential, no-obligation conversation. We will assess the brief, advise on the right level of cover, and coordinate everything from there.
