In order for us to consider taking on a Lost Contact application, you would need to meet the following criteria:
You know the full name and date of birth of the missing person
Both you and the missing person are aged over 18.
You are a direct relative of the missing person (this does include step and foster parents/siblings)
The missing person was in touch with you within the last 20 years
You have been out of touch for at least 6 months
Before losing touch, you had a substantial relationship with the missing person
The missing person was last known to be in the UK
You are happy to talk in confidence and without judgement, about why the contact ended
You want to reconnect with your family member and re-build your relationship
When can’t we help?
There are a few circumstances where we categorically cannot take on a request, such as:
You are a spouse or ex partner of the missing person
The missing person is not in the UK
The missing person or you are under age 18
The missing person will not remember you
You have never met the missing person
You want to find them to arrange a will or other legal process
There is a legal reason you cannot be in contact
Apply
If you feel you meet the criteria above, you are welcome to submit an application. We will then take you through the process, which you can read more about here.
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