International Data Transfer Policy Template
Governs cross-border transfers of personal data per GDPR Articles 44-49.
What This Policy Covers
Required Sections
A compliant International Data Transfer Policy for GDPR must include the following5 sections. Each section addresses a specific control requirement that auditors will review.
Purpose and Scope
Policy objectives and applicable transfers.
Transfer Mechanisms
Adequacy decisions, SCCs, BCRs, and derogations.
Transfer Impact Assessments
Evaluating third-country data protection levels.
Supplementary Measures
Technical and organizational safeguards for transfers.
Documentation and Records
Maintaining transfer records and audit trail.
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Policy Details
Other GDPR Templates
Comprehensive GDPR data protection policy.
External GDPR privacy notice.
Data Subject Access Request handling procedure.
Maintains records of all data processing activities as required by GDPR Article 30.
Framework for conducting DPIAs on high-risk processing activities per GDPR Article 35.
Defines retention periods and erasure procedures aligned with GDPR Articles 5(1)(e) and 17.
Procedures for detecting, assessing, and notifying personal data breaches per GDPR Articles 33 and 34.
Procedures for obtaining, recording, and managing consent per GDPR Articles 6 and 7.