Global Data and Cyber Handbook

Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC)

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Data localization and regulation of non-personal data
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Are there data localization/data residency or other types of laws that may require the retention and storage of data in the local jurisdiction, or prohibit the transfer of data out of the jurisdiction?

Last review date: 23 December 2024

Yes.

  • tax or financial record laws
Does law or regulation impose mandatory requirements to share or make accessible non-personal data?

Last review date: 23 December 2024

No, there are no such DIFC-specific regulations or laws. Please see the UAE chapter for information on mandatory requirements applicable to the UAE as a whole.

What specific obligations do these data-sharing rules impose on private organizations?

Last review date:23 December 2024

N/A.

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