Do you offer lie detector tests in Spain?

Yes. The Centre for Forensic Neuroscience provides professional polygraph examinations in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, and Marbella. Appointments are arranged following a preliminary case review to ensure the matter is suitable for examination.

How do I arrange a polygraph examination in Spain?

You can arrange an appointment by contacting us via our secure form or phone. We will conduct an initial case review, assess suitability, agree on fees and logistics, and then secure a suitable professional venue before confirming the examination date.

Where in Spain are examinations conducted?

Examinations are conducted by prior appointment in suitable private professional offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, and other Spanish locations. The precise venue is confirmed once the appointment is accepted.

What types of matters are suitable for an appointment in Spain?

Appointments in Spain are primarily accepted for defined legal, professional, corporate, therapeutic, and investigative matters. We also accept serious private instructions where a defined issue can be tested, but we may decline routine relationship enquiries lacking a testable issue.

Are examinations conducted in English or Spanish?

Examinations are routinely conducted in English. Where the examinee's first language is Spanish, we can discuss appropriate interpreter arrangements to ensure they fully comprehend all questions.

How much does a lie detector test in Spain cost?

Fees are quoted individually and depend on the case complexity, location, international travel, venue costs, and reporting requirements. A full estimate is always provided and agreed upon in advance.

Will I receive a written report?

Yes, a comprehensive written report is provided for most professional and legal examinations. Preliminary results are typically discussed confidentially on the day.

Is the polygraph examination voluntary?

All examinations must be strictly voluntary. We will decline instructions if any coercion or intimidation is suspected. The examinee must provide informed consent.

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Lie Detector Test Spain

Professional polygraph examinations across Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, and Marbella. Conducted personally by Dr Keith Ashcroft, Chartered Investigative Psychologist.

Providing specialist credibility assessments and forensic interviewing for serious legal, corporate, and private matters. Each examination is carefully reviewed for suitability.

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International Polygraph Services in Spain

The Centre for Forensic Neuroscience arranges professional polygraph examinations across Spain by prior agreement. We serve international legal clients, corporate entities, therapeutic professionals, and serious private matters in major Spanish locations including Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, and Marbella.

Madrid

Polygraph testing in the capital for corporate investigations, executive screening, and complex legal instructions. Appointments arranged at professional venues in central Madrid.

Madrid Service

Barcelona

Credibility assessments for professional, corporate, and private clients in Catalonia. Suitable for fraud investigations, commercial disputes, and sensitive matters.

Barcelona Service

Málaga & Marbella

Confidential appointments covering the Costa del Sol. We frequently support expats, international businesses, and legal teams requiring reliable polygraph services in the region.

Málaga / Marbella Service

Servicios en Español

Para información sobre nuestros servicios de polígrafo en España, visite nuestra página en español.

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Appointment Venues

Examinations are conducted by prior appointment in suitable private professional offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, Marbella, and other Spanish locations. Available strictly by prior appointment. The precise venue is confirmed after the case has been reviewed and the appointment accepted. We do not operate a walk-in service and the examiner is present at the venue only for confirmed appointments.

International Appointment Eligibility

Appointments in Spain are primarily accepted for defined legal, professional, corporate, therapeutic, and investigative matters. We assess each enquiry to ensure that a polygraph examination is an appropriate and scientifically valid approach to the specific issue at hand.

Routine relationship enquiries without a clearly defined and testable issue may not be suitable for an international appointment. Instructions are also declined where there is any indication of coercion, or where the intent appears purely punitive.

Who Our Service Is For

Legal & Criminal Defence

Supporting defence investigations, historical allegations, and complex legal matters with expert evidence.

Corporate & Misconduct

Addressing workplace theft, fraud, industrial espionage, and serious disciplinary issues.

Sports Integrity

Investigations into match-fixing, competition manipulation, and athlete conduct disputes.

Therapeutic Disclosure

Assisting clinicians with structured disclosure testing for therapeutic frameworks.

Safeguarding

Supporting child protection and risk assessment via structured forensic testing.

Immigration

Credibility assessments supporting relationship authenticity and asylum claims.

Cross-Border

International business disputes and multi-jurisdictional private investigations.

Statement Assessment

Investigative analysis of written and verbal statements alongside physiological testing.

check_circle Suitable Matters

done Legal defence and specific criminal allegations
done Corporate theft, fraud, and misconduct investigations
done Sports disciplinary and integrity issues
done Therapeutic disclosure (instructed by a clinician)
done Safeguarding and risk assessments
done Immigration and relationship authenticity
done Complex cross-border private investigations

cancel Not Suitable

close Routine infidelity enquiries without a clearly defined, single issue
close Matters motivated by general curiosity or "fishing expeditions"
close Cases where coercion, threats, or intimidation are suspected
close Instructions with a purely punitive or vindictive intent
close Examinees medically or psychologically unfit to undergo testing

The Consultation Process

Initial Enquiry: Contact us using the secure form to provide a brief overview of the situation.

Case Review: Dr Ashcroft personally reviews the facts to determine if polygraphy is suitable.

Suitability Assessment: We evaluate medical, psychological, and ethical factors.

Fee Agreement: Transparent quotation encompassing examination, reporting, travel, and venue costs.

Venue Arrangement: A secure, private, professional space is booked in your preferred Spanish city.

Examination: The structured pre-test interview, data collection, and result delivery take place.

Language & Interpreter Services

Examinations are conducted in English. It is a critical requirement that the examinee fully understands every word of the test questions.

Where the examinee's first language is Spanish (or another language), interpreter arrangements can be discussed during the consultation phase to ensure strict adherence to forensic interviewing standards.

Fees & Logistics

Appointments are subject to suitability, logistical feasibility, and fee agreement. International travel, accommodation, and secure venue procurement fees will apply for all appointments in Spain.

Fees are quoted on an individual basis. Following your enquiry, a full breakdown of the costs will be provided before any commitment is required.

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International Standards Compliance

All examinations conducted in Spain comply with the ethical and operational standards established by the American Polygraph Association (APA) and ASTM International.

Dr Keith Ashcroft is a Member of the APA, National Polygraph Association (USA) and Director of the UK Polygraph Association. Examinations utilize state-of-the-art computerised instrumentation and validated scoring protocols.