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Bahrain Personal Data Protection Law

Bahrain PDPDL

Law No. 30 of 2018 — the oldest comprehensive data protection law in the GCC, predating those in UAE and Saudi Arabia. Administered by the Personal Data Protection Authority (PDPA). Principles similar to GDPR.

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Key Requirements

Process personal data only with a lawful basis (consent, contract, legal obligation, vital interests, or legitimate interests)
Notify the PDPA before commencing high-risk processing activities
Implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures
Restrict cross-border transfers to countries with adequate data protection or with regulatory approval
Respond to data subject access and correction requests within prescribed timeframes
Maintain records of processing activities

Applies to

All entities processing personal data in Bahrain, including entities outside Bahrain processing data of Bahraini residents.

Issued by:PDPA ← Bahrain overview

Related Documents (5)

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Bahrain PDPA Order No. 42 of 2022 — Transfer of Personal Data Outside Bahrain

Bahrain's Order No. 42 of 2022 outlines the regulations for transferring personal data outside of the Kingdom of Bahrain, as per the Personal Data Protection Law No. 30 of 2018. It specifies conditions under which data controllers can transfer data, including transfers to countries listed in an attached record and transfers authorized by the Personal Data Protection Authority.

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Bahrain PDPA Order No. 43 of 2022 — Technical and Organisational Measures

Bahrain's Order No. 43 of 2022 outlines the technical and organizational measures required to ensure the protection of personal data, as mandated by the Personal Data Protection Law No. 30 of 2018. It details specific actions data controllers must take to maintain an adequate level of data security during processing activities. The order emphasizes proactive privacy measures and risk mitigation.

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Bahrain PDPA Order No. 46 of 2022 — Data Protection Auditor Tasks

Bahrain's Order No. 46 of 2022 outlines the regulations for Data Protection Guardians, both internal and external, as mandated by the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL). It establishes a register for these guardians and sets forth the conditions for enrollment, including qualifications and ethical standards. The order empowers the Authority to require specific controllers to appoint a guardian.

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Bahrain PDPA Order No. 48 of 2022 — Data Subjects' Rights

Bahrain's Order No. 48 of 2022 outlines the rights of data subjects under the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL). It details obligations for data controllers regarding automated processing, consent, and objection procedures. The order aims to ensure data subjects can exercise their rights related to their personal data effectively.

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Bahrain Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 30 of 2018)

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.

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