Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 1 2018

Magellan Champlain (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the laws of the United States, Canada, EU, UK Sri Lanka, and other applicable jurisdictions. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Who We Are

Magellan Champlain Investment Migration is a global leader in investment migration, providing citizenship and residency planning services, immigration solutions, and advisory services. When we refer to “M|C,” we mean the relevant entity responsible for processing your data.

For any questions, you may contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):
Email: accounts@magellanchamplain.com
Phone: +94 +94 77 583 8393
Address: 21B Milagiriya Avenue, Colombo 04, Sri Lanka

Personal Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Identification Information: Name, nationality, passport number, date of birth.
• Contact Details: Email address, phone number, physical address.
• Financial Information: Bank statements, tax details, and proof of funds.
• Legal Documentation: Employment contracts, utility bills, birth certificates.
• Dependent Information: Details of dependents for immigration purposes.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website.

We only collect sensitive information where it is strictly necessary for the services we provide and where you have given explicit consent.

How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Deliver our services, including residency and citizenship applications.
• Process payments and comply with legal obligations.
• Improve website functionality and user experience.
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• Conduct marketing activities with your consent.

Our legal basis for processing your data includes consent, contractual obligations, legal compliance, and legitimate interests.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information with:
Government agencies and consulates for immigration purposes.
Trusted service providers, including financial institutions, legal advisors, and compliance partners.
Affiliates or subsidiaries within the M|C group for operational purposes.
Regulatory authorities to comply with legal obligations.
All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes specified.

International Transfers

As a global company, your data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your own. These transfers are conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR requirements for adequate safeguards.

Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary:

• Immigration Cases: Up to 7 years post-service completion.
• Marketing Data: Until you withdraw consent.
• Other Services: As legally required or until the end of the business relationship.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request access to the data we hold about you.
• Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“Right to be forgotten”).
• Restriction: Limit how we process your data in certain circumstances.
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
• Objection: Object to processing for direct marketing or other purposes.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at accounts@magellanchamplain.com

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies may track your preferences, device, and browsing activity. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. This includes encryption, secure servers, and regular audits.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and significant changes will be communicated to you.