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Qatar DPL

Katar Kişisel Veri Gizliliği Koruma Kanunu

Qatar
Effective: November 13, 2016
Active

Qatar's personal data protection law. One of the first comprehensive data protection laws in the Gulf region.

Scope

  • Applies to organizations processing personal data in Qatar
  • Covers public and private sector
  • Includes electronic and physical data

Data Subject Rights

  • Right to be informed
  • Right to access
  • Right to correction
  • Right to deletion

Key Obligations

  • Consent requirements
  • Security measures
  • Cross-border transfer restrictions
  • Data retention limitations

Penalties

Qatar DPL provides for both fines and imprisonment for violations.

Maximum Fine
Up to 1 million QAR fine and/or up to 1 year imprisonment.

Cross-Border Transfers

Cross-border transfers require adequate protection and CRA approval.

Supervisory Authority

Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA)

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