Brazilian Data Protection Authority (ANPD) issues new international data transfer regulation

The International Data Transfer Regulation, published in August 2024 by the Brazilian Data Protection Authority (ANPD), has brought significant changes to companies that transfer personal data abroad.

The new regulation outlines several mechanisms to authorize cross-border data transfers under the Brazilian Data Protection Law (LGPD), including adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, among others.

The ANPD has also introduced a dedicated page on International Data Transfers on its official website, featuring a Frequently Asked Questions section. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and simplify the understanding of these mechanisms for both companies and individuals, offering clear and straightforward answers regarding the resolution that regulates international data transfers.

If your company or clients handle personal data, make sure to check out the content in English: International Affairs — Autoridade Nacional de Proteção de Dados