Document background
The International Data Protection Agreement is essential for organizations engaging in cross-border data transfers where at least one party is subject to German law. This agreement becomes necessary when personal data is processed across international boundaries, particularly when data is transferred outside the European Economic Area. It incorporates mandatory provisions required under the GDPR and BDSG, including Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable, technical and organizational measures for data protection, and specific obligations of data controllers and processors. The document is particularly critical following the Schrems II decision, which heightened requirements for international data transfers. It must be customized based on the specific data processing activities, risk levels, and the countries involved in the data transfer.
