An Independent Escort  is not visible to the general public. Nor does she usually belong to an institution like a brothel.

The client must make an appointment, usually by calling a mobile number — hence the term "call girl". Often, Independent Escorts advertise their services in small ads in magazines and through the Internet, although an intermediary advertiser such as an Escort Agency may be involved in promoting more upmarket escorts.

Escort services tend to attract women with pleasant personalities and those who are more skilled,attractive, educated, well-groomed and youthful.  Although there is still a large market for Escort Girls of a more mature age.

Escort services can include such things as dinner dates and overnight appointment.  Many Independent Escorts also do 30 minute and hourly appointments. 

One of the most popular locations in the UK for Independent Escorts is in London.  London Escorts make up over 30% of the market in the UK Escort industry.