We are not bound by the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988. However as a matter of internal policy and in complying with our obligations under the Registered Migration Agents Code of Conduct we adhere to the underlying values contained in the APPs. The personal information you provide to us is collected, used and disclosed to other entities in the continuance of your immigration matter where you have a reasonable expectation that your personal information will be used and disclosed by us. This could include, but not limited to, the Department of Immigration and Border Protection, skills assessing authorities, your sponsor (family sponsor or employer sponsor/nominator), regional certifying bodies, State or Territory Governments (for sponsorship/nomination purposes); and the Australian Federal Police and/or foreign police services (where you request us to apply for police clearances on your behalf) (Source: MIA).