Why HNWIs are choosing former military bodyguards for their personal protection

Wealth brings opportunity - but it also brings exposure. Whether you’re a business leader, a public figure, or someone who values their privacy, visibility can come with risk.

More high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) are choosing former military professionals for personal protection. Not because they’re visible. But because they’re not. They want bodyguards that can put their experience from the military into practise. That are trained to operate in the background, to anticipate problems before they surface, and to move with discretion.

At VIS Protection, that’s exactly what we offer. Every member of our team is ex-military or former police, handpicked for their professionalism, judgment and discipline. For our clients, that means one thing: peace of mind.

What HNWIs are really protecting

Security isn’t about fear. It’s about ensuring your lifestyle, your family, and your routine remain uninterrupted. That might mean:

• Preventing a break-in while you're away

• Avoiding attention during a public appearance

• Keeping family members secure on the school run

• Making sure your movements don’t become predictable
  

  
  

Threats aren’t always loud or obvious. Often, they’re subtle - patterns in your travel, photos posted online, details shared by third parties. We work to close those gaps quietly.

Why ex-military bodyguards are trusted for high-net-worth protection

There’s a reason our clients ask for former military operatives by name. The difference isn’t just training. It’s mindset.

Precision under pressure

We’ve worked in places where decisions must be made in seconds. That experience translates into calm, controlled protection - whatever the environment.

Advanced situational awareness

Threats are rarely where you expect them. Our operatives have the ability to spot risks others miss, and to adapt instantly.

Total discretion

Confidentiality isn’t a bonus - it’s standard. Our teams are used to working in sensitive, high-stakes environments where silence and trust are non-negotiable.

Seamless integration

We blend into your lifestyle, not disrupt it. Whether attending a high-profile event or staying close during family travel, we’re there when needed—and invisible when not.

What you get with a veteran bodyguard

What Sets Them Apart	Why It Matters
Experience in hostile environments	Confident under pressure, no panic
Tactical driving, route mapping	Secure transport without de-tours
Specialist first-aid training	Prepared to handle real emergencies
Deep respect for chain of command	Operates with integrity and structure
Intelligence-led mindset	Thinks ahead, not just in the moment

Not all protection is the same. Military training provides a level of control, resilience, and foresight that civilian experience often can’t match, especially when it comes to bodyguard protection.

What our clients are dealing with

We protect people facing a range of situations - some obvious, others not.

• High-value property targeted during divorce proceedings

• Travel at risk due to increased media attention

• Children being followed or photographed without consent

• Security breaches from social media oversharing

• Physical threats following business disputes or court cases
  

We’ve secured penthouses, family estates, holiday homes, and city flats. We’ve provided cover for legal hearings, product launches, relocations, and hospital visits. Always discreetly. Always with focus.

Tailored support, not one-size-fits-all

Some clients need a full residential security detail. Others need someone trusted to accompany them on overseas trips. Some need surveillance countermeasures. Others need advice on how their staff or children use social media.

We build protection around you - not the other way around.

The qualities that matter most to our clients

When a client hires VIS Protection, they’re not asking for intimidation. They’re asking for:

• Quiet presence

• Reliable cover

• Fast decisions under pressure

• No disruption to work, family, or lifestyle

• Uncompromising professionalism
  

This is what we’re known for - and what we deliver every time.

Why clients choose VIS Protection

• Over 45 years combined experience in high-risk environments

• Founded by veterans of the Royal Marines and British Military

• All operatives are SIA licensed and vetted

• Trusted by royal family members, MPs, and global business leaders

• Active throughout the UK and Ireland
  

We don’t advertise our clients. We don’t post photos. Our record speaks for itself.

A word from Paul

“Security shouldn’t change how you live - it should protect it. The goal is to keep you, your family, and your routine exactly where they belong: under your control.”  – Paul J., Co-Founder, VIS Protection

Considering hiring an ex-military bodyguard?

If you’re wondering whether now is the time to bring in support, you’re not alone. The clients we speak to aren’t paranoid. They’re prepared.

Start a discreet consultation with our team