Legal
Important Disclosures
Nature of Services Disclosure
1.1 Consultation Services Only
ChoPaChe provides educational consultation and advisory services. We are NOT:
- A university or educational institution
- An immigration law firm or licensed immigration attorney
- A guarantee provider for university admissions
- A visa processing agency
- A financial aid provider or scholarship grantor
1.2 Advisory Capacity
Our role is strictly advisory. All final decisions regarding university applications, visa applications, and educational choices remain with you. We provide guidance based on our experience and knowledge but cannot make binding commitments on behalf of universities or government agencies.
1.3 No Guaranteed Outcomes
We explicitly disclaim any guarantee of university admission or acceptance, visa approval or immigration success, scholarship awards or financial aid, specific academic outcomes or career results, or processing times for applications or visas.
Financial Disclosures
2.1 Fee Structure Transparency
- Consultation fees are separate from all university application fees, visa fees, and other third-party charges
- Payment schedules will be clearly outlined in individual service agreements
- Refund policies vary by service type and will be specified in your service agreement
- Additional costs may arise for document translation, notarisation, or expedited processing
2.2 Third-Party Financial Obligations
You are solely responsible for university application fees ($50–$200 per application), standardised test fees, document verification and attestation costs, visa application fees, medical examination fees if required, travel and accommodation expenses, and university tuition and living expenses.
2.3 No Financial Guarantees
We do not provide financial guarantees, loans, or funding for your education. Any financial assistance must be secured directly with universities, banks, or other financial institutions.
Partnership and Business Relationships
3.1 University Partnerships
We maintain direct relationships with various universities worldwide and work through business partners with established university relationships. Commission structures may exist with some universities and partners. These relationships do not influence our objective advice. Our consultants are not incentivised based on which university you choose — advice is based solely on your academic and career fit.
3.2 Third-Party Service Providers
We work with document verification services, translation and notarisation services, accommodation booking platforms, insurance providers, banking and financial service providers, training service providers, and travel agencies.
3.3 Referral Arrangements
We may receive referral fees from partner universities, accommodation providers, insurance companies, and other service providers. These arrangements do not affect the cost of our services to you or compromise our ability to provide objective advice.
Limitations and Restrictions
4.1 Regulatory Limitations
We are not licensed immigration attorneys and cannot provide legal immigration advice, represent you in legal proceedings, or guarantee compliance with changing immigration laws. We recommend consulting qualified immigration attorneys for complex cases.
4.2 Service Limitations
Our services are limited to educational consultation and guidance, university application assistance, document review and optimisation, general information about visa processes, and pre-departure orientation.
4.3 Geographic Limitations
Our primary expertise covers universities in English-speaking countries. We may have limited knowledge of specific regional requirements. Local regulations and requirements may vary significantly by location.
Risk Disclosures
5.1 Application Risks
- University applications may be rejected despite meeting stated requirements
- University admission criteria may change without notice
- Incomplete or incorrect documentation may result in application rejection
- Processing delays may affect application deadlines
5.2 Visa and Immigration Risks
- Visa applications may be denied even with university acceptance
- Immigration policies may change affecting your eligibility
- Visa processing times may vary significantly
- Authorities may request additional documentation or interviews
5.3 Financial Risks
- Currency fluctuations may affect tuition and living costs
- Scholarship availability is not guaranteed and may be limited
- Economic conditions in destination countries may affect opportunities
- Unexpected expenses may arise during the application or study process
Data and Privacy Disclosures
6.1 Data Sharing Requirements
By using our services, you understand that your personal and academic information will be shared with universities, data may be processed in multiple countries, third-party platforms may be used for application processing, and partner organisations may have access to your information.
6.2 Data Retention
We retain client data for up to 7 years for business records. University-shared data is governed by university privacy policies. Government agencies may retain visa application data according to their policies.
6.3 Security Limitations
While we implement security measures, no system is 100% secure from data breaches. Third-party security is beyond our control. Government access to data may be required in some jurisdictions.
Technology and System Disclosures
7.1 AI Assistant Limitations
Our AI assistant provides general information only, cannot replace professional consultation, may have knowledge limitations or outdated information, and does not store personal data from conversations.
7.2 Website and System Availability
Technical issues may cause temporary service disruptions. System maintenance may affect access to services. Third-party platforms may experience independent outages.
7.3 Digital Communication Risks
Email security cannot be guaranteed. Data transmission over the internet carries inherent risks. Platform dependencies may affect service continuity.
Client Responsibilities and Expectations
10.1 Information Accuracy
You are responsible for providing accurate and complete information, updating us on any changes to your circumstances, verifying information we provide against official sources, and meeting deadlines for applications and submissions.
10.2 Due Diligence
We encourage you to research universities and programmes independently, verify all information with official sources, consult multiple sources for important decisions, and seek professional advice for legal and financial matters.
10.3 Realistic Expectations
Success requires effort from both parties. Timelines may vary based on individual circumstances. Outcomes depend on multiple factors beyond our control. Flexibility may be required as situations change.