Log in or register
Share on LinkedInShare on LinkedIn

ARTICLE · 23 OCTOBER 2026

Received A Request For Access? This Is What Your Organisation Should Know (And Do)

Monard law
Monard law
Contributor
Monard law

Monard law

With over 140 professionals, Monard Law is one of the biggest independent full-service business law...

View firm profile
Explore more from Monard law

Understanding the right of access under GDPR is crucial for organisations handling personal data requests. This comprehensive guide examines the legal requirements, procedural checks, and practical considerations companies must navigate when data subjects exercise their right to access personal information, including common pitfalls and exceptions that can lead to regulatory sanctions.

BelgiumPrivacy
Oliwia Wolosz
Oliwia Wolosz
Jill Leen
Jill Leen
Kristof Zadora
Kristof Zadora
Dylan Verhulst
Dylan Verhulst

Data is everywhere. Every day, organisations process personal data relating to customers, employees and partners. Nevertheless, it is not always clear to individuals what personal data an organisation processes, and for what purposes. Regulation (EU) 2016/679, better known as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), gives individuals the right to access their personal data. For organisations, this means that transparency is not optional, but a legal obligation.

In this newsletter, we outline the key aspects of the right of access and explain how your organisation can respond to a request correctly and efficiently.

Why does the right of access exist?

As a company, you are responsible for clear communication about the way in which you process personal data.

We operate a free-to-view policy, asking only that you register in order to read all of our content. Please login or register to view the rest of this article.

Register for freeORLog in

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

View source

Related Articles

Legal Intelligence Newsletters: sign up for the latest legal and regulatory news on your chosen topics

Read more about

Related Comparative Guides

See more popular content from

Article

How Organisations Can Comply With European Interoperability Rules For Data Sharing And Data Exchange

The European Union's data strategy introduces comprehensive interoperability obligations through the GDPR, Data Act, and Data Governance Act, fundamentally transforming how organizations handle data portability, switching between service providers, and data intermediation services. Organizations providing data processing services and those operating as data intermediaries face new compliance requirements, registration procedures, and operational standards that demand immediate attention and strategic implem
European UnionPrivacy
Monard law
Monard law
Article

CJEU Judgment In The Jautiva Case

The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled that Latvian legislation requiring unrestricted public access to shareholder information violates fundamental rights protections under the EU Charter. While the Court acknowledges the legitimacy of anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism, and sanctions objectives, it finds that these goals can be achieved through less intrusive measures that restrict access to competent authorities, obliged entities, and persons with legitimate interests. The judgment le
European UnionPrivacy
Monard law
Monard law
Article

How Organisations Can Comply With European Interoperability Rules For Data Sharing And Data Exchange

The European Union's data strategy introduces comprehensive interoperability obligations through the GDPR, Data Act, and Data Governance Act, fundamentally transforming how organizations handle data portability, switching between service providers, and data intermediation services. Organizations providing data processing services and those operating as data intermediaries face new compliance requirements, registration procedures, and operational standards that demand immediate attention and strategic implem
European UnionPrivacy
Monard law
Monard law
Article

Het nieuwe boek 7 Burgerlijk Wetboek is aangenomen: wat betekent dit voor de vastgoed- en bouwpraktijk?

Belgium's new Book 7 of the Civil Code introduces fundamental changes to real estate and construction law, reshaping risk allocation, conformity standards, and contractual relationships. With implementation set for September 2027, property developers, contractors, and real estate professionals face critical decisions about updating their standard documentation and contractual frameworks.
BelgiumReal Estate and Construction
Monard law
Monard law
Article

New European Regulations For Webshops: Will An Online Withdrawal Button Become Mandatory?

New EU regulations introduce mandatory online withdrawal functions for e-commerce, requiring companies to provide easily accessible, clearly labeled cancellation tools with two-step confirmation processes. Companies must verify their webshops comply with specific criteria including permanent availability throughout withdrawal periods and explicit confirmation buttons to prevent unintentional cancellations.
BelgiumConsumer Protection
Monard law
Monard law
Article

Meerwaardebelasting op financiële activa: de fiscus verduidelijkt

Belgium's tax administration has issued a crucial circular clarifying the application of the new capital gains tax on financial assets, addressing key uncertainties around realization timing, earn-out structures, partnership vehicles, and historical exemptions. The guidance provides essential insights for taxpayers navigating payment modalities, matrimonial property regimes, and the complex interaction between the tax and existing corporate structures.
BelgiumTax
Monard law
Monard law
Article

CJEU Judgment In The Jautiva Case

The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled that Latvian legislation requiring unrestricted public access to shareholder information violates fundamental rights protections under the EU Charter. While the Court acknowledges the legitimacy of anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism, and sanctions objectives, it finds that these goals can be achieved through less intrusive measures that restrict access to competent authorities, obliged entities, and persons with legitimate interests. The judgment le
European UnionPrivacy
Monard law
Monard law
Article

Council Of State Suspends Awarding Decision For Failure To Comply With The Foreign Subsidies Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2022/2560)

The Belgian Council of State has issued a landmark judgment clarifying the obligations of both contracting authorities and tenderers under the EU's Foreign Subsidies Regulation in public procurement procedures. This ruling addresses a high-value casino concession dispute and establishes critical compliance requirements that could invalidate awarding decisions if not properly followed.
European UnionGovernment, Public Sector
Monard law
Monard law