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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS RELATING TO TRANSFERS OF PERSONAL DATA FROM THE EU/EEA TO THIRD COUNTRIES

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Disclaimer: Answers to these FAQs may help to clarify understanding of the legal framework in force in the EU with regard to transfers to third countries of personal data processed in the EU/EEA. They do not have any legal value and do not necessarily represent the position that the Commission may adopt in a particular case.

Frequently Asked Questions (PDF File 350 KB)