Cross-border data transfer has become an essential way to do business. Most technology that we use usually requires us to transfer data from one place to another. Different countries have put rules in place to ensure that when we transfer personal information, we ensure that the data is adequately protected in the destination country. In extreme circumstances, some laws require data to stay within the borders of a country, and prohibit the transfer of data (called data localization laws). Understanding and following these rules is key and an unavoidable way to do good business.

How we can help you

We set out options for you to choose from, below. The options complement each other and you might switch options as you go along.

Know how to achieve cross-border transfer of personal information by joining the Michalsons data protection programme and working through the module on transferring data across borders. Our programme empowers you to determine if you can transfer personal information from one country to another and emphasises the key factors you need to take into account when moving personal data from one country to another. We also provide practical guidance through webinars and written content.

  • Achieve cross-border data transfers from one country to another in compliance with the law by asking for our assistance.
  • Lawfully transfer personal information from South Africa to other countries by getting our assistance.
  • Comply with the laws relating to using the cloud by asking Michalsons to help you with cloud compliance.

You can always request this option alongside the first one. If you’re interested, you can complete the form on the right or enquire now.

Our Experience

We have:

  • enabled organisations to transfer data across borders lawfully by advising them on the necessary measures to put in place;
  • helped organisations understand the legal risks associated with using the cloud by investigating how data protection laws affect using the cloud;
  • helped organisations understand the restrictions on cross-border data transfer by identifying data localization laws in various countries;
  • provided clarity and legal certainty by researching and drafting reports on the legal issues related to cross-border data transfer;
  • helped organisations manage the risks associated with cross-border transfer by ensuring that they have data processing agreements in place.

Our Clients

We have done work for clients in various countries across the globe, and specifically multinationals that need to transfer data across borders to do business. They include service providers, customers, financial institutions, and many others.

How you Benefit

  • Protect your organisation from harm by ensuring you comply with the law.
  • Reduce the risks associated with cross-border data transfers by knowing what they are and taking steps to manage them.
  • Lawfully transfer data to another controller or processor in another country by doing an impact assessment with our guidance.
  • Lawfully transfer personal data across borders by reviewing and updating your existing agreements and policies.
  • Ensure that you comply with the laws on cross-border data transfers by asking us to draft a data processing agreement for you.
  • Fast track your efforts by accessing deep knowledge, expertise and experience.