Professional Integrity

• Maintain absolute highest standards of professional conduct
• Demonstrate unwavering commitment to ethical practice
• Protect the reputation of the education consulting profession
• Exercise professional judgment with utmost care and responsibility

Student-Centric Approach

• Prioritize student welfare above all commercial considerations
• Provide personalized, unbiased, and comprehensive guidance
• Ensure full transparency in all advisory services
• Respect individual student aspirations and potential

Information Accuracy and Transparency

• Provide current, verifiable, and comprehensive information
• Ensure all communication is honest and evidence-based
• Disclose complete details about educational opportunities
• Avoid misrepresentation or exaggeration of institutional capabilities

Consultation Standards

• Develop comprehensive written agreements with clear terms
• Explain all services, fees, and potential outcomes explicitly
• Maintain detailed documentation of all client interactions
• Provide clear mechanisms for service dispute resolution.

Ethical Marketing and Representation

• Promote services and partner institutions fairly
• Avoid negative comparisons with competitors
• Use truthful and verifiable marketing materials
• Represent qualifications and experiences accurately.

Conflict of Interest Management

• Immediately disclose potential conflicts of interest
• Maintain professional boundaries with all stakeholders
• Avoid situations compromising professional judgment
• Prioritize student interests over personal gains

Professional Competence

• Continuously update professional knowledge
• Participate in mandatory training programs
• Stay informed about global education trends
• Maintain relevant certifications and qualifications.

Compliance and Legal Obligations

• Strictly adhere to local and international regulations
• Understand and follow immigration laws
• Maintain compliance with educational institution requirements
• Report any observed fraudulent activities.

Data Protection and Privacy

• Implement robust data protection mechanisms
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information
• Secure digital and physical client records
• Obtain necessary consents for information processing.

Diversity and Inclusion

• Provide equal and fair services to all clients
• Avoid discrimination based on any protected characteristics
• Promote inclusive access to educational opportunities
• Respect cultural differences and individual backgrounds

Institutional Relationships

• Develop genuine partnerships with educational institutions
• Maintain professional and transparent interactions
• Share accurate information about partner institutions
• Avoid undisclosed commission-based recommendations.

Collaborative Professional Development

• Contribute to industry best practices
• Share knowledge and insights with professional community
• Support collective efforts to improve consulting standards
• Mentor emerging professionals in the field

Service Quality Assurance

• Provide comprehensive pre-departure support
• Offer post-migration guidance and assistance
• Develop clear service performance metrics
• Establish robust complaint resolution processes.

Financial Transparency

• Provide itemized, clear fee structures
• Avoid hidden charges or unexpected costs
• Maintain transparent financial transactions
• Offer clear refund and cancellation policies

Continuous Improvement

• Regularly seek and incorporate client feedback
• Participate in professional performance evaluations
• Commit to ongoing personal and professional development
• Embrace innovative practices in education consulting.

Violation Consequences

• First Violation: Written warning and mandatory retraining
• Second Violation: Temporary suspension of AFEIC membership
• Repeated/Severe Violations: Permanent removal from association