FREE PLC Cross-Border Data Transfers & Compliance Questions and Answers

Question 1

What mechanism is commonly used under GDPR for lawful data transfers outside the EU?

Accepted Answer

Standard Contractual Clauses

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EU Safe Harbor

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Privacy Badge

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Voluntary Codes of Conduct

Question 2

What did the Schrems II ruling invalidate?

Accepted Answer

Privacy Shield

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Safe Harbor Agreement

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Standard Contractual Clauses

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GDPR

Question 3

Which entity evaluates whether a non-EU country provides adequate protection?

Accepted Answer

European Commission

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Data Protection Officer

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European Parliament

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Supervisory Authority

Question 4

Which is a lawful basis for data transfer under GDPR when no adequacy decision exists?

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Binding Corporate Rules

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Privacy Consent Shield

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Global Certification

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Safe Harbor

Question 5

What must organizations do before transferring data using SCCs?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a Transfer Impact Assessment

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Notify the European Commission

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Obtain ISO certification

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Use Privacy Shield

Question 6

Which document outlines internal rules for cross-border data transfers within multinational companies?

Accepted Answer

Binding Corporate Rules

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Privacy Charter

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Data Impact Framework

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Standard Contractual Clauses

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an adequacy decision?

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Political alignment with EU

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Rule of law and data protection safeguards

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Existence of supervisory authorities

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International commitments

Question 8

When is explicit consent required for international data transfer?

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When no safeguards apply

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When a TIA exists

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If data is anonymized

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If a DPO signs off

Question 9

What is a risk of non-compliance in cross-border data transfers?

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Fines and legal actions

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License revocation only

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No business impact

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Verbal warning