At LWS Migration Advisory, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide to us through our website and other communication channels. We adhere to applicable privacy laws and regulations, including the Australian Privacy Act 1988, to ensure the security and confidentiality of your personal data.

Collection of Personal Information

When you visit our website or engage with our services, we may collect personal information from you. This may include your name, contact details, educational background, work experience, and any other information necessary for assessing your visa eligibility and providing tailored migration advice.

Use of Personal Information

We use the personal information you provide to us for the following purposes:

Assessing visa eligibility: Your information helps us evaluate your eligibility for various visa pathways and provide personalized migration advice.

Communication: We may use your contact details to communicate with you regarding your visa assessment, consultations, updates, and other relevant information.

Service improvement: Your feedback and information may be used to enhance our services, website functionality, and overall customer experience.

Legal and compliance obligations: We may use your personal information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal proceedings.

Disclosure of Personal Information

At LWS Migration Advisory, we respect your privacy, and we do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may disclose your information in the following circumstances:

Service providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as IT support, data storage, and website analytics. These service providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

Legal requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We employ industry-standard security practices, including encryption, firewalls, and secure data storage, to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of your information. However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Liability and Australian Privacy Act

While we make every effort to protect your personal information, it is important to note that our liability is limited as permitted by law. We are not liable for any loss, damage, or unauthorized access to your personal information that occurs beyond our reasonable control.

Our privacy practices comply with the Australian Privacy Act 1988, which sets out the standards for the collection, use, disclosure, and handling of personal information by Australian organizations. If you have any concerns or believe that we have breached the Australian Privacy Act, please contact us using the provided contact details, and we will investigate the matter promptly.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Access and Control of Personal Information

You have the right to access, update, and correct your personal information held by us. If you would like to review or modify your information, please contact us using the provided contact details.

Retention of Personal Information

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, or as required by applicable laws and regulations.

Changes to this Privacy Statement

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised Privacy Statement on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement periodically to stay informed about how we handle and protect your personal information.