Bahrain's Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 30 of 2018) establishes a legal framework for safeguarding personal data. It outlines the rights of individuals regarding their data and imposes obligations on data controllers and processors. The law aims to regulate the collection, processing, and transfer of personal data within Bahrain.
Key requirements
- Obtain explicit consent from individuals before processing their personal data.
- Implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
- Notify the PDPA and affected individuals in the event of a data breach.
- Appoint a data protection officer (DPO) if the organization processes a large volume of personal data.
Applies to: Data controllers and processors operating within Bahrain, or processing personal data of individuals residing in Bahrain.