GDPR & DATA PROTECTION POLICY

(Website Version)

Elite International Real Estate Ltd is committed to protecting personal data and respecting the privacy of our clients, customers, introducers, contractors, and website users.

This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Data Controller

Elite International Real Estate Ltd is the data controller responsible for personal data processed in connection with our services.

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process personal data including:

    • Identity and contact details
    • Property and transaction information
    • Financial and compliance data (including AML checks)
    • Communications and correspondence
    • Website usage data

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data where one or more lawful bases apply, including:

    • Performance of a contract
    • Compliance with legal obligations
    • Legitimate business interests
    • Consent (where required)

4. How We Use Personal Data

Personal data is used to:

    • Provide property sales, lettings, management, and consultancy services
    • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
    • Communicate with clients and third parties involved in transactions
    • Prevent fraud and financial crime

5. Data Sharing

We may share personal data with:

    • Solicitors, lenders, surveyors, and professional advisers
    • AML and identity verification providers
    • Regulators or law enforcement where required by law
    • We do not sell personal data.

6. Data Security & Retention

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect personal data.
Data is retained only for as long as necessary to meet legal, regulatory, and business requirements.

7. Data Subject Rights

Individuals have rights under UK GDPR, including the right to access, correct, or request deletion of personal data, subject to legal limitations.

Requests should be made in writing.

8. Data Breaches

Any personal data breach will be assessed promptly and reported to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) where legally required.

9. Further Information

This website policy is supported by our internal GDPR & Data Protection Policy, which sets out detailed procedures, controls, and safeguards in line with RICS Rules of Conduct.

10. Contact

For data protection enquiries, please contact:

Elite International Real Estate Ltd
info@eliteintlrealestate.com