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United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab EmiratesLawFederal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021
UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)
Sets the UAE federal framework for processing personal data, including consent requirements, data subject rights and rules on cross-border transfers.
Law enters into forceJan 2, 2022 4 years ago
- Body
- UAE Federal Government (President of the UAE)
- In effect since
- Jan 2, 20224 years ago
Timeline
Jan 2, 2022 4 years ago
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Change log
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