Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 23^rd January 2026

 

This Privacy Policy explains how Gaudium Limited, a company registered in Lagos, Nigeria (“we”, “us”, “our”), collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you use our website or services.

 

We are committed to handling personal data lawfully, transparently, and securely in line with applicable data protection laws across all jurisdictions in which we operate

 

ABOUT GAUDIUM LIMITED

Legal Name: Gaudium Limited
Registration: Limited Liability Company, Nigeria
Registered Office: Lagos, Nigeria
Operations: International (West Africa, Europe, North America)

 

Gaudium Limited provides:

• Consulting Services
• Administrative visa application support services
• Education referral services (secondary schools and universities)

 

We are not an immigration authority, law firm, or regulated immigration adviser.

SCOPE OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• Website visitors
• Enquirers and prospective clients
• Visa support clients
• Education referral clients
• School and institutional partners
• Consultants and contractors

 

It applies regardless of whether you are located in:

• Nigeria or West Africa
• The United Kingdom or European Economic Area (EEA)
• The United States or Canada

DATA PROTECTION LAWS WE COMPLY WITH

Gaudium Limited complies with applicable data protection laws, including:

• Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)
• UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
• EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR)
• Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
• Applicable US data protection and privacy principles

 

Where local laws differ, we apply the higher standard of protection.

PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT

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

Identity & Contact Data

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Passport details
• Nationality
• Address
• Email address
• Phone / WhatsApp number

Application & Background Information

• Travel history
• Education history
• Employment information
• Financial documentation (e.g. bank statements provided by you)
• Sponsorship details (where applicable)

Education Referral Data

• Academic records
• Course preferences
• Institution shortlists
• Application correspondence

Technical & Usage Data

• IP address
• Browser type
• Website usage data
• Cookies (where applicable)

HOW WE COLLECT PERSONAL DATA

We collect personal data:

• Directly from you via forms, emails, WhatsApp, or consultations
• When you engage our services
• When you upload documents voluntarily
• When schools or institutions share information relevant to your referral
• Through website analytics and cookies (where enabled)

 

We do not collect personal data unlawfully or without your knowledge.

LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING DATA

We process personal data on the following lawful bases:

• Contractual necessity – to deliver services you have requested
• Consent – where you have explicitly agreed
• Legal obligations – regulatory or record-keeping requirements
• Legitimate interests – operating and improving our services, provided your rights are not overridden

 

You may withdraw consent at any time where consent is the legal basis.

HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL DATA

We use personal data to:

• Deliver visa application support services
• Provide education referral services
• Communicate with you about your case
• Liaise with partner schools and institutions (where applicable)
• Manage payments and invoicing
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• Improve our services and client experience

 

We do not sell personal data.

DATA SHARING & DISCLOSURE

We may share personal data with:

• Partner schools and universities (for referral purposes only)
• Independent consultants engaged by Gaudium Limited
• IT service providers (CRM, cloud storage, email platforms)
• Professional advisers (legal, accounting) where required by law

 

All third parties are required to:

• Process data only on our instructions
• Maintain appropriate security measures
• Comply with applicable data protection laws

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Because we operate internationally, your data may be transferred outside your country of residence, including to:

• Nigeria
• The UK / EU
• The USA
• Canada

 

Where data is transferred internationally, we ensure:

• Appropriate safeguards are in place
• Transfers comply with applicable legal requirements
• Data is protected to GDPR-equivalent standards

DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

• Secure cloud storage
• Restricted access controls
• Encrypted file sharing (where possible)
• Consultant confidentiality obligations
• Regular compliance reviews

 

Despite our best efforts, no system is completely secure. You acknowledge that data transmission over the internet carries inherent risk.

DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

• Deliver services
• Meet legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Maintain proper records

 

Typical retention periods range from 12 months to 7 years, depending on data type and legal requirements.

YOUR DATA PROTECTION RIGHTS

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

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Request data portability

 

Requests must be submitted in writing (see contact details below).

COOKIES & WEBSITE ANALYTICS

Our website may use cookies to:

• Improve functionality
• Analyse traffic
• Enhance user experience

 

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

CHILDREN’S DATA

We may process data relating to minors only where:

• A parent or legal guardian has provided consent
• The data is required for education referral purposes

 

We take additional care when handling children’s data.

COMPLAINTS & SUPERVISORY AUTHORITIES

If you have concerns about how your data is handled, you may:

• Contact us directly
• Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
The version in force at the time you use our services will apply.

CONTACT DETAILS

For all privacy-related enquiries, please contact:

 

Gaudium Limited
📧 Email: infor@gaudiulllc.com
📍 Registered Office: Lagos, Nigeria

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the processing of your personal data as described.