🛡️ Your Privacy Matters
SouthPace Visa Solutions Ltd (SPVS) is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our immigration services.
📊 1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Identification: Full name, date of birth, nationality, passport details
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, mailing address
- Educational Background: Degrees, certificates, transcripts, institution details
- Employment History: Work experience, job titles, employer information
- Family Information: Marital status, dependent children, spouse/partner details
- Financial Information: Bank statements, proof of funds, tax documents
- Language Proficiency: Test scores (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, etc.)
- Medical Information: Medical examination results (when required)
Technical Information
- IP address and browser information
- Website usage data and cookies
- Device information and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
🎯 2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Immigration Services: Preparing and submitting applications to Canadian immigration authorities
- Consultation: Providing personalized immigration advice and recommendations
- Communication: Keeping you informed about your application status and immigration updates
- Compliance: Meeting legal and regulatory requirements
- Service Improvement: Enhancing our services and customer experience
- Marketing: Sending relevant immigration news and service updates (with consent)
🤝 3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Authorized Sharing
- Immigration Authorities: IRCC, provincial governments, and other relevant agencies
- Educational Institutions: For credential verification and applications
- Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in our service delivery
- Legal Representatives: Lawyers or other professionals involved in your case
Required Disclosure
- When required by law or court order
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- To prevent fraud or illegal activities
- With your explicit consent
🔐 4. Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Access Controls: Limited access to authorized personnel only
- Secure Storage: Encrypted databases and secure file systems
- Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and updates
- Staff Training: Regular privacy and security training for our team
- Document Handling: Secure physical and digital document management
⏳ 5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information as follows:
- Active Cases: For the duration of your immigration process
- Completed Cases: 7 years after case completion (regulatory requirement)
- Marketing Communications: Until you withdraw consent
- Financial Records: As required by accounting and tax regulations
- Legal Requirements: As mandated by applicable laws
⚙️ 6. Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request copies of your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for marketing communications
- Complaint: File a complaint with privacy regulatory authorities
🌐 7. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence, including Canada, for immigration purposes. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.
📞 8. Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, contact us:
SouthPace Visa Solutions Ltd
Privacy Officer: Sumit Mehta
Email: info@southpace.ca
Website: www.southpacevisasolutions.com
📅 Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.