On 17 December 2021, the European Commission (the
"Commission") adopted an adequacy
decision for the Republic of Korea.1 This adequacy decision allows
the free flow of personal data from the EU to Korea, without any
further need for additional safeguards.2
The Commission will conduct a first review of the decision after
three years to evaluate the functioning of this framework. After
this initial review, periodic reviews of this framework will take
place at least every four years.
For more information on the adequacy decision, please consult
its related FAQ.
A fully updated list of the countries benefiting from an
adequate level of data protection can be consulted on the
Commission's dedicated webpage.
