If your organisation is sharing personal data outside of the UK, it’s crucial to consider the UK General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) international transfer requirements.
Under the UK GDPR, there are specific rules for transferring data to other legal entities (including within your own group) outside of the UK, known as “third countries.”
To ensure compliance, you need to verify that one of the following applies:
1. Adequacy:
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has determined that the country receiving your data has “adequate” data protection laws. A full list of these countries, including EU member states, is available on the ICO website.
2. Safeguards:
In the absence of an adequacy decision, you must implement another safeguard as specified under the Regulation. This often involves UK-approved standard contractual clauses or binding corporate rules within a company group.
3. Exemptions:
Specific exemptions allow for data transfers in certain limited situations.
Additionally, if you rely on a specific safeguard, a transfer risk assessment is required to ensure that the safeguard provides appropriate protection for the personal data being transferred.
It’s not just about sending data outside the UK. These Data Protection requirements also cover any access to personal data by organisations outside the UK. For example, if you receive IT support from a “third country” and they need access to your systems, this also needs consideration.
If you need support understanding where these international transfer rules may apply to your organisation, our team at Evolve North is here to help.
Reach out on 01748 905 002 or email info@evolvenorth.com