Questions to ask a VA

Questions to ask a VA:

Thinking about outsourcing to a Virtual Assistant? This practical, UK-specific checklist is designed to help business owners find potential VAs with confidence. Whether you’re outsourcing for the first time or switching VAs, these essential questions cover everything from legal compliance to working practices and data protection.

Created by the Society of Virtual Assistants, this guide ensures you’re asking the right questions—so you can protect your business, set clear expectations, and choose a professional who meets industry best practice.

What’s Included in Questions to ask a VA:

• Key legal and compliance checks (ICO, GDPR, AML, contracts)
• Questions to uncover a VA’s skills, systems, and reliability
• What to ask if you’re working with a multi-VA agency
• Guidance on rates, communication, and availability
• Red flags to watch out for
• Perfect for UK-based business owners who want to outsource admin, tech, or creative support the right way.

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