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Is the concept of data protection officer (DPO) recognized in the jurisdiction?

Last reviewed: 27 December 2024

Yes.

Are there circumstances in which it is mandatory to appoint a DPO or similar position?

Last reviewed: 27 December 2024

Yes.

If yes, under what circumstances?

  • the processing is carried out by a public authority or body, except for courts acting in their judicial capacity
  • the core activities of the controller or the processor consist of processing operations which, by virtue of their nature, their scope and/or their purposes, require regular and systematic monitoring of data subjects on a large scale
  • the core activities of the controller or the processor consist of processing on a large scale of special categories of data
Where a DPO is appointed, does the DPO have to meet specific requirements?

Last reviewed: 27 December 2024

Yes.

If yes, what are these requirements?

  • legal qualifications / experience
  • other professional qualifications / experience

Knowledge of data protection laws and practices is required.

Are there obligations to notify, submit filings to, register with or obtain approval from local data protection authorities to collect and/or process personal data generally?

Last reviewed: 27 December 2024

No.

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