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Private Investigator in Nice & the French Riviera

  • Writer: AzurX
    AzurX
  • Dec 1
  • 3 min read
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Why hire a private investigator in Nice?

Are you looking for a private investigator in Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Monaco or anywhere on the French Riviera to protect your rights within a strictly legal framework? AzurX is a local Détective privé agency based on the Côte d’Azur, supporting you through sensitive situations with a reassuring, human and professional approach.

Our mission: to collect lawful evidence, admissible before French courts (Tribunal judiciaire of Nice, Grasse, Toulon, etc.), in compliance with the French Internal Security Code, the French Civil Code and the French Code of Civil Procedure.


A licensed private investigator under French law

In France, the activity of a private investigator (Détective privé) is a regulated profession. Choosing AzurX means you work with:

  • a properly licensed and registered Détective privé authorised to operate in France,

  • investigations conducted in accordance with the French Internal Security Code (Book VI – Private security activities),

  • strict respect for privacy (Article 9 of the French Civil Code) and GDPR rules,

  • a strong professional duty of confidentiality regarding all information you share with us.

AzurX investigation reports are clear, structured and designed to meet the expectations of French courts, lawyers and judicial officers (huissiers de justice).


Area of operation: Nice, Alpes-Maritimes & French Riviera

Based on the French Riviera, AzurX mainly operates:

  • in Nice (all districts: city centre, hills, port area, tramway routes, etc.),

  • across the Alpes-Maritimes: Cannes, Antibes, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Saint-Laurent-du-Var, Menton…,

  • along the French Riviera: from Monaco to Saint-Tropez, depending on the needs of the case,

  • with possible trips throughout France and abroad when required.

This local presence allows us to react quickly, to know the field (traffic routes, local habits, tourist seasonality) and to design surveillance and tailing strategies tailored to the Riviera environment.


Types of investigations handled by AzurX (under French law)


Private investigations for individuals

All our services strictly comply with French law and aim to protect your legitimate interests, for example:

  • Divorce, separation, child custody:

    • checking the real living conditions of the child,

    • verifying compliance with court orders (visitation, residence),

    • documenting potentially risky behaviour (addictions, associates, alleged violence…),

    • gathering evidence of adultery/infidelity in the context of a fault-based divorce (divorce pour faute).

  • Alimony and spousal support:

    • verifying the actual financial situation or cohabitation (new partner, undeclared work…),

    • lifestyle investigation to reassess alimony or spousal support.

  • Missing persons or lost contacts:

    • searching for relatives, heirs, witnesses, former partners or friends,

    • always respecting consent and privacy, in line with French law.


Corporate investigations (labour & commercial law)

AzurX also assists companies, SMEs, entrepreneurs and professionals based in Nice and the French Riviera with:

  • Suspected fraudulent sick leave (in coordination with medical professionals and in compliance with French labour law),

  • Unfair competition, client poaching, commercial parasitism,

  • CV and background checks for sensitive positions,

  • Discreet internal investigations supporting lawyers or HR managers.

Our investigations are always aligned with French labour law, case law and the needs of labour and commercial courts.


Evidence admissible before French courts

The role of an AzurX private investigator is not “spying” but documenting facts in a manner that is:

  • Fair and lawful (no entrapment, no provocation to commit an offence),

  • Proportionate (surveillance limited to a legitimate purpose),

  • Discreet and confidential,

  • Legally exploitable before French courts (civil, commercial, labour).

Our reports can be submitted to the court and support your lawyer’s strategy by providing precise factual elements: dates, locations, observations, photographs, statements, and more.


A reassuring and human approach

Contacting a private investigator in Nice often happens during emotionally difficult times: separation, family conflict, suspected fraud, fear for a loved one…

With AzurX, you benefit from:

  • Attentive, non-judgmental listening,

  • a clear explanation of the legal framework and what is – or is not – possible,

  • a transparent quote before any intervention,

  • a tailor-made investigation strategy, validated with you at each step,

  • a single dedicated contact, based on the French Riviera, available to answer your questions.


Need a private investigator in Nice or on the French Riviera?

Do you have a doubt, a dispute, or a family or business issue that requires a legal investigation by a licensed Détective privé?

AzurX – Local Détective privé agency in Nice & on the French RivieraPrivate investigations – French law – Court-ready evidence

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For a first confidential discussion, visit our contacts page or send us a message describing your situation.Together we’ll determine the most appropriate, legally compliant solution under French law to protect your interests.


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