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Effective Date: January 1, 2020

1. Introduction

The Visa Regulatory Council (VRC) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you utilize our visa services, memberships, or online tools.


2. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

  • Personal Identification: Full name, nationality, date of birth, gender, passport details.
  • Contact Information: Email, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Travel Details: Visa type, intended destinations, and travel history.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.
  • Payment Data: Credit/debit card details (processed via encrypted gateways).


3. How We Use Your Information

We process your information for the following legitimate purposes:

  • To process visa applications and verify identity.
  • To communicate updates, notifications, and travel requirements.
  • To comply with legal obligations and international security standards.
  • To improve our services through analytics and feedback.
  • To prevent fraudulent or unauthorized transactions.


4. Data Protection and Security

VRC implements bank-grade encryption (AES-256) and SSL certificates to secure all personal and payment data. Access to sensitive information is restricted to authorized personnel under strict confidentiality agreements.


5. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

  • Partner governments, embassies, and immigration authorities.
  • Accredited travel and airline partners (for verification only).
  • Payment processors and fraud prevention services.
    We do not sell or lease personal data to any third party.


6. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill visa-related obligations, typically not exceeding five years unless required by law.


7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data.
  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information.
  • Withdraw consent or restrict data processing.
    Requests can be sent to privacy@vrc.global and will be processed within 30 days.


8. Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience, track session activity, and collect analytics. You can modify your browser settings to disable cookies if you prefer.


9. International Data Transfers

Data collected may be transferred across borders for processing. VRC ensures such transfers comply with international privacy frameworks, including GDPR and Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).


10. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries:
📧 Email: privacy@visaregulatorycouncil.com
📞 Phone: +1 (202) 555-4723