Singapore: Cross-border data transfer regulations in Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Regulations 2026
Progress
Current status
under deliberation
02 Mar 2026 in force
26 Feb 2026 adopted
Scope
Implementers
Singapore
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Cross-border data transfer regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
cross-cutting
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Regulations 2026 entered into force
On 2 March 2026, the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Regulations 2026 entered into force. The Amendment modifies the Personal Data Protection Regulations 2021, specifically regulation 12(2), to expand the scope of recognised certifications that…
SourceEvent type
order
Action type
implementation
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body
Info-Communications Media Development Authority adopted Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Regulations 2026
On 26 February 2026, the Info-Communications Media Development Authority adopted the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Regulations 2026. The Amendment modifies the Personal Data Protection Regulations 2021, specifically regulation 12(2), to expan…
SourceEvent type
order
Action type
adoption
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body