Description

Implemented regulations on overseas transfer of personal information

On 16 October 2023, the regulations on the overseas transfer of personal information came into effect. The regulations outline details related to the overseas transfer expert committee, criteria for cross-border data transfer requirements and information concerning the suspension order for transfers. The Regulations establish the procedures for the overseas transfer expert committee, a body responsible for evaluating aspects of the overseas transfer of personal information. It also provides provisions for new requirements regarding cross-border data transfers, including the certification process and evaluation criteria for obtaining overseas transfer certification. Additionally, the regulations outline procedures for recognising the level of personal information protection for "target countries for transfer" and information concerning suspension orders for cross-border data transfers, covering order procedures, notification formats, objection processes and conditions for release.

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Scope

Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Cross-border data transfer regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
cross-cutting
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority

Complete timeline of this policy change

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2023-07-26
in consultation

On 26 July 2023, the Korean Personal Information Protection Committee (PIPC) opened a consultation …

2023-08-14
processing consultation

On 14 August 2023, the Korean Personal Information Protection Committee (PIPC) closed its consultat…

2023-10-12
adopted

On 12 October 2023, the Personal Information Protection Commission adopted the regulations on the o…

2023-10-16
in force

On 16 October 2023, the regulations on the overseas transfer of personal information came into effe…

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