Malaysia: Implemented Personal Data Protection (Registration of Data User) Regulations 2013

On 15 November 2013, the Personal Data Protection (Registration of Data User) Regulations 2013 entered into force. The order is based on section 143 of the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (Act 709) and defines the details for registering as a data user with the Personal Data Protection Commissioner in the Register of Data Users. Specifically, the order details the validity and renewal of the certificate, stating that the certificate must be valid for at least twelve months. Further, the order specifies the fees for applying for and renewing the certificate. The order also contains information on notifying the Commissioner about any relevant changes, the replacement of the certificate as well as the display of the certificate.