Step 1
Submit a confidential request
Use the form on this page to outline the matter, preferred location, possible dates and best way to contact you.
UK appointment guide
How to Book a Lie Detector Test in the UK
A practical guide to requesting a confidential polygraph appointment, choosing a location and date, and understanding how suitability, consent, fees and confirmation are handled.
One confidential appointment request form.
Reviewed personally by Dr Keith Ashcroft.
No payment is taken when the request is submitted.
Appointment confirmed only after suitability, consent and practical arrangements are agreed.
Booking process
How the appointment request process works
A UK lie detector test is not treated as a simple checkout purchase. The matter has to be reviewed, the proposed issue has to be suitable for testing, and the person being examined must be able to give informed and voluntary consent.
Step 2
Initial review by Dr Keith Ashcroft
The information is reviewed personally to decide whether the matter appears suitable and whether further clarification is needed.
Step 3
Suitability and scope are discussed
The issue, intended examinee, consent position and possible question areas are considered before an examination is accepted.
Step 4
Location, date and fee are confirmed
If the matter can proceed, practical arrangements and the fee are confirmed. The appointment is secured only after acceptance and payment arrangements are complete.
Information needed at the enquiry stage
The first request should be concise but useful. It should usually include:
- Your name and preferred contact method.
- The preferred UK location or nearest major town or city.
- Possible appointment dates.
- Whether the matter is private, legal, workplace, organisational or safeguarding related.
- Who is expected to take the examination, if known.
- A short, factual outline of the issue to be reviewed.
Do you need to telephone first?
No. You can request an appointment online first. If a telephone discussion is needed, Dr Ashcroft or the office will contact you using your selected contact method.
For time-sensitive matters, you can call +44 (0)7790 732828. A call still does not confirm an appointment until suitability, consent and practical arrangements have been reviewed.
Location and preferred date
You can state your preferred location, including major UK service areas such as London, Manchester and Scotland. A suitable private setting is arranged once the case is accepted.
Question number and scope
Polygraph questions must be specific, clear and answerable. A single-issue examination is usually more defensible than trying to cover many separate allegations. Complex matters may require careful question formulation.
Suitability and consent
Not every enquiry is suitable. Health, legal, ethical, safeguarding, coercion and consent issues may affect whether a test can proceed. Read more about suitability screening.
Fees, quote and retainer
Fees are quoted after the matter is understood. Cost can depend on location, preparation, question formulation, reporting requirements and the nature of the instruction. See the UK lie detector test cost guide for a fuller explanation.
No payment is taken when you submit the request. If the matter is accepted, a £125 reservation retainer is used to secure the appointment and is deducted from the final examination fee. The separate retainer and booking process page explains confirmation and payment terms.
What happens after submission?
Your request is reviewed confidentially. You may be contacted for clarification, or told if the matter cannot be accepted. Where the case is suitable, you will receive practical next steps covering proposed date, venue, fee, preparation and consent requirements.
If you are still comparing providers, the examiner selection guide explains what to check before booking.
Confidential appointment request
Request an Appointment
Use this form to request a UK lie detector test appointment. This is not an automated booking system and it does not commit you to proceeding. The request is reviewed personally before an examination is accepted.
For a broader location overview, visit the lie detector test near me page or the main UK lie detector test page.
Related guidance
Useful pages before you request an appointment
These pages help you compare location, cost, suitability and examiner credentials before submitting a request.
Appointment FAQ
Common questions before booking
Can I request a lie detector appointment without telephoning first?
Yes. You can submit the appointment request form and Dr Keith Ashcroft will review the matter before any examination is arranged.
Is submitting the form a confirmed booking?
No. The form is an appointment request only. Suitability, voluntary consent, scope, location and payment arrangements must be reviewed before an appointment is confirmed.
How much detail should I include in the appointment request?
Provide enough information to understand the issue, the preferred location and dates, and who will take the examination. Avoid highly sensitive personal detail unless it is necessary for the initial suitability review.
Can I choose the location for a UK lie detector test?
You can state your preferred UK location. Examinations normally require a private, suitable and controlled setting, and domestic settings are not used where they would compromise professional standards.
When is the retainer paid?
No payment is required to submit the request. If the matter is accepted and an appointment is offered, a GBP 125 reservation retainer is used to secure the date and is deducted from the final examination fee.