ALLGEMEINE GESCHÄFTSBEDINGUNGEN (AGB) / TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Careerlinkinc e.K. | Georgstraße 44a, 33330 Gütersloh, Germany

1. Scope of Application & Service Provider

1. These General Terms and Conditions (AGB) apply to all business relations, membership registrations, placement services, and consultancy agreements between Careerlinkinc e.K., Georgstraße 44a, 33330 Gütersloh, Germany (hereinafter referred to as "Careerlinkinc"), and the applicant, candidate, or registered member (hereinafter referred to as the "Member" or "Applicant").

2. Careerlinkinc operates as an internationally recognized recruitment, consultancy, and candidate preparation firm registered in Germany under European legal standards.

3. Deviating, conflicting, or supplementary terms of the Member shall not become part of the agreement unless expressly agreed to in writing by Careerlinkinc.

2. Subject of the Agreement & Placement Services

1. Careerlinkinc provides structured international placement support, document pre-vetting, profile creation, interview preparation, and pathway guidance for candidates seeking employment or vocational training (apprenticeships) in Germany, Austria, New Zealand, or other EU member states.

2. The placement service includes access to Careerlinkinc’s international employer network, guidance through legal immigration procedures, and coordination with authorized regional partners and public authorities.

3. Membership Terms, Fees & Value Added Tax (VAT)

1. Membership Registration: Registration takes place upon completion of the official application form and acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

2. Membership Duration: Every standard membership is concluded for a fixed term of 12 months starting from the official registration date.

3. Fee Structure:

   • Apprenticeship Applicants: €50.00 base fee + applicable German VAT (19% / €9.50) = €59.50 total.

   • Skilled Worker Applicants: €120.00 base fee + applicable German VAT (19% / €22.80) = €142.80 total.

4. Payment Terms: Membership fees cover irrevocable administrative setup costs (document verification, digital system maintenance, profile creation, and consultation) and are due in full immediately upon registration.

5. Zero-Fee-Policy Compliance: Careerlinkinc strictly adheres to European labor laws and operates under a 100% Zero-Fee-Policy regarding illegal recruitment charges. The administrative membership fee strictly covers document vetting, system administration, and guidance services.

4. Refund & Cancellation Policy

1. No Refunds: Once administrative processing, document verification, or profile creation has commenced, membership fees are non-refundable under all circumstances.

2. Revocation Rights: Digital placement services that begin immediately upon candidate request and payment are non-refundable once the service has been fully initiated or completed.

5. Scope of Services & Employer / Government Autonomy

1. No Employment Guarantee: Careerlinkinc provides dedicated professional support to optimize candidate placement success. However, candidates explicitly acknowledge that:

   • Final hiring decisions, employment offers, and training contracts are made solely at the discretion of partner employers based on candidate performance and qualifications.

   • Visa approvals, work permits, and entry clearances remain under the exclusive legal jurisdiction of relevant government authorities (embassies, immigration offices, Federal Employment Agency/ZAV).

2. Membership Renewal: A 1-year membership provides ample time for candidate placement. Renewal is only required if the candidate actively delays their own process or fails to start mandatory language requirements within the first 6 months.

6. Candidate Obligations & Language Requirements

1. Accuracy of Information: The Applicant guarantees that all information, documents, certificates, and qualifications provided are authentic, complete, and correct. Submitting fraudulent documents leads to immediate termination without refund.

2. Germany & Austria Pathways: Candidates registered for Germany or Austria must actively participate in German language training immediately upon registration (minimum target: B1/B2 level). Progression to employer interviews and visa filing requires verified language progress.

3. New Zealand Pathway: Candidates must demonstrate the required English language proficiency as specified for their occupational field. Standard visa processing for New Zealand concludes within approximately 5 to 6 months.

7. Data Protection & Digital Consent

1. Candidate data is processed strictly in accordance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and German data protection laws.

2. By accepting these Terms and Conditions and checking the mandatory digital consent box, the Applicant explicitly authorizes Careerlinkinc to process, store, and transfer relevant qualification documents to prospective employers, authorized local country partners, and government agencies solely for placement and visa purposes.

8. Digital Agreement & Mandatory Checkbox

1. Digital Validity: Accepting these Terms and Conditions via a digital checkbox during online registration constitutes a legally binding agreement under European eIDAS and GDPR regulations.

2. Mandatory Acceptance: Registration and placement processing cannot proceed without accepting these Terms and Conditions.

9. Governing Law & Legal Jurisdiction

1. This agreement and all business relations between Careerlinkinc e.K. and the Applicant shall be governed exclusively by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany.

2. The exclusive place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising from or in connection with this agreement is Gütersloh, Germany.

10. Mandatory Confirmation Checkbox (Digital Confirmation)

[ ] I AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS (MANDATORY)

By checking this box, I confirm that I have read, understood, and fully accept these General Terms and Conditions (AGB) of Careerlinkinc e.K. I understand that my 12-month membership fee covers irrevocable setup and processing services and is non-refundable. Checking this box serves as my legally binding confirmation to enter into this agreement.

PRIVACY POLICY & DATA PROTECTION DECLARATION

Careerlinkinc e.K. | Georgstraße 44a, 33330 Gütersloh, Germany

1. Data Controller & Contact Information

The Controller responsible for data processing under the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable national data protection laws is:

• Company: Careerlinkinc e.K.

• Owner & CEO: Mohammad Shoaib Mughal-Löseke

• Address: Georgstraße 44a, 33330 Gütersloh, Germany

• Email: info@careerlinkinc.de

• Website: www.careerlinkinc.de

2. Scope, Purpose & Categories of Data Collection

We collect and process your personal data strictly for the purpose of candidate registration, document pre-vetting, profile creation, interview preparation, and placement into employment or vocational training (apprenticeship) pathways in Germany, Austria, New Zealand, and other EU member states.

Processed Data Categories:

• Master Data: Full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, residential address, email address, telephone numbers.

• Qualification Data: Curriculum Vitae (CV), school and university certificates, professional diplomas, employment references, language proficiency certificates (e.g., Goethe-Institut, ÖSD, IELTS).

• Process & System Data: Application status, employer correspondence records, membership payment verifications, and digital consent records (IP address, timestamp of checkbox acceptance).

3. Legal Basis for Processing

The processing of your personal data is conducted in accordance with the following GDPR provisions:

• Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR: Performance of the membership agreement and service processing.

• Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR: Your explicit consent given during registration (e.g., via the online mandatory checkbox).

• Art. 6 (1) (c) GDPR: Compliance with statutory and tax-related legal obligations under German law.

4. Data Transfer to Third Parties

Your data is transferred strictly for the specified matching, legal processing, and relocation purposes to:

1. Prospective Employers & Training Institutes: Companies and institutions in destination countries (Germany, Austria, New Zealand, EU) to evaluate employment or apprenticeship suitability.

2. Authorized Regional Partners: Contractually bound country partners (e.g., in Pakistan or the GCC region) for local document verification, processing, and candidate coordination.

3. Public Authorities & Embassies: Relevant immigration offices, the German Federal Employment Agency (ZAV), consulates, and embassies within official visa processing frameworks.

5. Data Storage Period & Deletion

Your personal data will be actively stored for the duration of your 12-month membership agreement. Following the conclusion of your contract or successful placement, data will be archived in accordance with statutory retention obligations under German commercial and tax laws (up to 10 years) and subsequently deleted in a GDPR-compliant manner.

6. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the GDPR, you hold the following rights regarding your personal data processed by Careerlinkinc e.K.:

• Right of Access (Art. 15 GDPR): Right to request information about your stored data.

• Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Right to Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR): Right to request the deletion of your data, provided no statutory retention duties apply.

• Right to Restriction (Art. 18 GDPR): Right to request restricted data processing.

• Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): Right to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

• Right to Withdraw Consent (Art. 7 (3) GDPR): You can revoke your given consent at any time with future effect by sending an email to info@careerlinkinc.de.

7. Mandatory Digital Consent Checkbox

[ ] I HAVE READ AND AGREE TO THE PRIVACY POLICY (MANDATORY)

By checking this box, I confirm that I have read, understood, and fully accept the Privacy Policy & Data Protection Declaration of Careerlinkinc e.K. I explicitly consent to the collection, processing, and transfer of my personal data and qualification documents to prospective employers, regional partner organizations, and government authorities for international job placement and visa processing purposes. Checking this box serves as my legally binding digital confirmation.

⭐ Why is Official Registration & Profile Verification Required?

The Official Registration & Profile Verification is the first essential step for anyone who wants to start a professional pathway to Europe. It ensures that we work only with serious, verified and fully documented candidates.

To provide employers and authorities with complete and reliable profiles, every applicant must complete the registration and verification process before entering our European programs.

⭐ What does the Registration & Verification include?

Your 12‑month Registration provides:

• Document pre‑verification

• Creation of a professional candidate profile

• Inclusion in our international employer network

• Matching with suitable training and employment opportunities

• Interview preparation

• Guidance for visa and relocation processes

This is an administrative service, not a job purchase. It covers the professional work required to prepare your profile for Europe.

⭐ Why is Registration mandatory?

Registration is required so that we can:

• verify genuine candidates

• create complete and professional profiles

• present qualified applicants to employers

• maintain transparent and structured processes

• prepare visa documentation correctly

• avoid fake profiles or incomplete files

It shows us who is truly committed to starting a European career.

⭐ Fair, transparent and legal

Careerlinkinc e.K. follows strict European standards and a Zero‑Fee‑Policy: We do not charge any placement fees for employment.

The Registration & Verification covers:

• administrative processing

• document checking

• profile management

• consultation

• interview preparation

This keeps everything 100% legal, fair, and transparent.

⭐ Your first step towards Europe

Once your Registration & Verification is completed, your profile becomes eligible for:

• European apprenticeship programs

• skilled worker pathways

• employer matching

• visa preparation

• relocation guidance

This process is the foundation that allows us to support you professionally throughout your journey to Europe.