Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information to deliver our work permit, immigration, and visa consulting services.

A. Personal Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Country of residence
• Passport information (only when strictly required for visa/work permit services)
• Education and work history
• Documents submitted for visa or immigration processing (e.g., CVs, certificates, job letters)

B. Non-Personal Information

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Website usage analytics (e.g., pages visited, time spent)

C. Communication Data

• Emails, WhatsApp chats, inquiry forms, customer support tickets, and call records (only for service delivery)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide work permit, immigration, and visa-related consulting services
• Process your applications, document verification, and legal submissions
• Communicate updates, requirements, and deadlines regarding your case
• Improve our website, client experience, and service quality
• Maintain legal and regulatory compliance records (UK & international)
• Prevent fraud, unauthorized activities, and ensure security

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR & UK GDPR)

For clients from the EU, UK, or EEA, we process personal data based on the following lawful grounds:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information via forms or consultations.
• Contractual Necessity: To perform our services (work permit assistance, visa processing).
• Legal Obligations: To comply with immigration laws, anti-fraud regulations, and court orders.
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, maintain security, and prevent fraud, provided your rights do not override those interests.

4. Sharing Your Information

We only share your data with strictly necessary parties to deliver our services:

• Authorised immigration lawyers / solicitors (UK or international)
• Embassy / Consulate offices (where required for visa filing)
• Employers or partner agencies offering valid, verified job opportunities
• Background verification partners (with your explicit consent where required)
• Government authorities or law enforcement if required by applicable law

We do not share your data with marketing agencies, advertising platforms, or any third party for commercial purposes.

5. Data Protection & Security

We implement modern security measures to protect your information, including:

• 256-bit encrypted communication (SSL/TLS)
• Secure document storage with restricted access
• Internal access controls & regular staff training
• Periodic security audits and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You share information at your own risk, but we constantly upgrade our safeguards.

6. Your Rights (Subject Access Requests & GDPR)

Under UK and EU data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it anytime.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with the ICO (UK) or your local supervisory authority.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@globalworkpath.com. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use essential and analytical cookies to enhance user experience, manage sessions, and analyze traffic (e.g., pages visited, referral sources). We do not use intrusive advertising cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time; however, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

Global Work Path Consulting may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., government portals, embassy pages, partner recruiters). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of those external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are strictly directed toward individuals aged 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from anyone under the age of 16. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law (e.g., immigration records, tax compliance). Typically, client data is retained for up to 7 years after the last interaction, after which it is securely anonymized or deleted.

11. International Data Transfers

As a UK registered company assisting clients worldwide, your data may be transferred to countries outside the UK/EU (e.g., Canada, Australia, UAE) strictly for visa processing or employer coordination. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions) are in place to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, operational, or regulatory changes. The latest version will always be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. In case of material changes, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website.

13. Contact Us & Data Controller Information

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please reach out to our Data Protection point of contact:

• 📧 Email: info@globalworkpath.com
• 🌐 Website: GlobalWorkPath.com
• 🏢 UK Registered Company No: SC887466

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk.