Can we still ask for research in the interest of families (Rif)?

Verified 29 November 2023 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)

NoHowever, it is no longer possible to submit a request for research in the interests of families. This procedure has been deleted.

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The missing person is an adult

In case of disturbing disappearance of a middle fingerHowever, you must notify the police or gendarmerie services near your home. These services will implement research activities.

To contact the police or gendarmerie, you can call the 17.

You can also go directly to a police station or gendarmerie. Their premises are open to the public 24 hours a day. A recent photograph of the person will be requested.

Who shall I contact

The missing person is a minor

In case of disturbing disappearance of a minor or a parental abduction (including runaways), you should contact police or gendarmerie services near your home. These services will implement research activities.

To contact the police or gendarmerie, you can call the 17.

The unexplained disappearance of a minor is an emergency.

You can also go directly to a police station or gendarmerie. Their premises are open to the public 24 hours a day. A recent photograph of the minor will be requested.

Who shall I contact