Privacy policy.

1. Purpose of this Notice 

This Privacy Notice explains how GB Visa & Immigration Services Ltd (“the Firm”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data in the course of providing immigration advice and services. 

2. Lawful Basis 

• We process your personal data under the lawful bases of: 

• Contract: to deliver immigration advice and services you have instructed us to provide. 

• Legal Obligation: to comply with regulatory requirements under the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) Code of Standards and UK law. 

• Consent: where you explicitly agree to us sharing information with third parties. 

3. Information We Collect 

We may collect and store: 

• Personal details (name, date of birth, nationality, contact details). 

• Immigration history and documentation. 

• Financial information relevant to applications. 

• Correspondence with the Home Office or other authorities. 

4. How We Use Your Data 

Your data will be used to: 

• Provide immigration advice and services. 

• Prepare and submit applications to the Home Office or relevant authorities. 

• Communicate with you about your case. 

• Meet our regulatory and legal obligations. 

5. Sharing Your Data 

We will only share your data when necessary, for example with: 

• The Home Office or relevant authority. 

• Interpreters, medical experts, or other professionals assisting your case. 

• Sponsors or employers, where relevant and with your consent. 

We will never sell your data or use it for marketing without your explicit consent. 

6. Data Retention 

We retain client files for six years after the conclusion of your matter, unless a longer period is required by law or regulation. After this period, files will be securely destroyed. 

7. Your Rights 

You have the right to: 

• Access the personal data we hold about you. 

• Request correction of inaccurate data. 

• Request deletion of data (subject to legal/regulatory requirements). 

• Withdraw consent at any time. 

Requests should be made in writing to: paul.daley@gbvisas.co.uk

GB Visa & Immigration Services Ltd is regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority.