October 17, 2011

The General DP Directive and Transfer of Personal Data to Third Countries

Questions and Answers from "The Global Privacy and Information Security Landscape: Frequently Asked Questions"

This section of "The Global Privacy and Information Security Landscape: Frequently Asked Questions" focuses on what the General DP Directive means to companies outside Europe. Topics covered include: What if there is conflicting opinion between the European Commission and the member state with regard to the adequate level of protection? Are there any exceptions that allow the transfer of data to a third country that does not ensure an adequate level of protection? And, what options are available to organizations when transferring personal data out of EU countries?