GDPR
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International Data Transfer Policy Template

Governs cross-border transfers of personal data per GDPR Articles 44-49.

What This Policy Covers

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.

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.

1

Purpose and Scope

Policy objectives and applicable transfers.

2

Transfer Mechanisms

Adequacy decisions, SCCs, BCRs, and derogations.

3

Transfer Impact Assessments

Evaluating third-country data protection levels.

4

Supplementary Measures

Technical and organizational safeguards for transfers.

5

Documentation and Records

Maintaining transfer records and audit trail.

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