Transfers of Personal Data to Third Countries or International ...

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1. “with a third country being any country outside the European Economic Area (the “EEA”).” This note provides summary guidance on the provisions in Chapter V of the GDPR, as well as links to more detailed information and guidance.

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2. Article 45 – Transfers on the basis of an adequacy decision “The first thing to consider when transferring personal data to a third country is if there is an “adequacy decision”.” When assessing the adequacy of the level of protection, the European Commission takes into account elements such as the laws, respect for human rights and freedoms, national security, data protection rules, the existence of a data protection authority and binding commitments entered into by the country in respect of data protection.

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3. Article 45 – Transfers on the basis of an adequacy decision “An adequacy decision means that the European Commission has decided that a third country or an international organisation ensures an adequate level of data protection.” When assessing the adequacy of the level of protection, the European Commission takes into account elements such as the laws, respect for human rights and freedoms, national security, data protection rules, the existence of a data protection authority and binding commitments entered into by the country in respect of data protection.

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