Privacy Policy | GDPR-Compliant Cyprus Citizenship & Passport Services
At Cyprus Citizenships, your privacy and the protection of your personal information are very important to us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK Data Protection Act, and applicable Cyprus law.
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1. Information We Collect
When you use our services, we may collect the following personal information:
• Name, email address, phone number, and WhatsApp contact details
• Identification documents (e.g., passports, birth/marriage certificates, ID cards)
• Application information required for Cyprus citizenship, passport, and ID card submissions
• Supporting documents such as apostilles, translations, and sworn affidavits
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
• Prepare and submit Cyprus citizenship and passport applications
• Assist with the replacement of lost or stolen documents
• Provide apostille and translation services
• Communicate with you via email, phone, or WhatsApp
• Comply with consular and Civil Registry requirements
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3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your personal data based on:
• Consent – when you provide data voluntarily
• Contract – when processing is necessary to deliver our services
• Legal obligation – when required by law or government authorities
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4. Data Sharing
We only share your data with trusted third parties when necessary, including:
• Civil Registry & Migration Department of Cyprus
• Embassies and Consulates handling Cypriot documentation
• Certified translators and notaries for official documents
We never sell, rent, or trade your data.
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5. Data Retention
• Your data is stored securely and retained only for as long as required by law.
• After completion of your application, unnecessary copies are deleted.
• You may request data deletion at any time (unless retention is legally required).
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6. Your GDPR Rights
You have the right to:
• Access the data we hold about you
• Request corrections or updates
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request a copy of your personal data in digital format
• File a complaint with the Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection (Cyprus) or the Information Commissioner’s Office (UK)
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7. Security Measures
We use encryption, secure storage, and restricted access to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
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8. Cookies & Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:
• Improve user experience
• Monitor website performance
• Understand visitor trends
You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
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9. Contact Us – Privacy Enquiries
If you have any concerns about how we process your data, please contact us:
