At Arbeiders Education Consultancy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2019 (Kenya) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

To provide our educational consulting services, we may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identification: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and physical address.
• Academic Records: Transcripts, certificates, CVs, and standardized test scores (IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, etc.).
• Travel Documents: Passport details and previous travel history for visa processing.
• Financial Information: Bank statements or sponsorship letters required for proof of funds by universities and embassies.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used strictly for the purpose of facilitating your study abroad journey, including:

• Assessing your eligibility for universities and colleges.
• Submitting admission applications to international institutions.
• Assisting with visa application processes and documentation.
• Communicating application updates and relevant opportunities.
• complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.

3. International Data Transfers

As an international education consultancy, it is necessary to transfer your personal data to third parties located outside Kenya, including:

• Universities and educational institutions in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, etc.
• Government immigration authorities and embassies for visa processing.

By using our services, you explicitly consent to the transfer of your data to these international jurisdictions for the sole purpose of your academic placement.

4. Data Security and Retention

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

5. Your Rights

Under the Kenya Data Protection Act and GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request erasure of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”), subject to legal retention requirements.
• Withdraw your consent at any time.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at: