Before You Begin
This tool evaluates your organisation's compliance posture across 9 critical domains of the United Arab Emirates Federal Decree Law No. 45 of 2021 regarding the Protection of Personal Data (the "PDP Law").
The assessment takes approximately 8 - 12 minutes. Answer each question honestly to receive an accurate compliance report. Your answers are processed entirely on your device locally - no data is transmitted unless you explicitly choose to contact us via WhatsApp.
Disclaimer: This tool provides a preliminary compliance indication and does not constitute legal advice. High - risk processing and cross - border data transfers require bespoke legal counsel.
UAE PDP Law Implementation Timeline
Law Enacted
Federal Decree Law No. 45 of 2021 effective from January 2, 2022.
Active
UAE Data Office Established
The federal regulatory authority overseeing compliance and breaches.
Active
Executive Regulations
Detailed guidance on penalties and operational frameworks expected to be strictly enforced in 2025/2026.
Pending Final Notification
