Controller's Request For Additional Information in Response To Data Subject Access Request (UK & EU GDPR)

This legal template pertains to the Controller's Request for Additional Information in response to a Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) within the United Kingdom (UK) and European Union (EU).

When a data subject exercises their right to access personal information held by a company or organization, the controller may require additional information to properly validate the requester's identity and fulfill their request. This template provides a legally compliant format for the controller to communicate such a request to the data subject.

Under the UK law, which adopts the EU's GDPR regulations, organizations are obligated to provide individuals with transparency and control over their personal data. The DSAR process is a fundamental right for individuals to inquire about the personal data being processed by an organization and ensures compliance with data protection regulations.

This template ensures that the controller requests supplementary information from the data subject to verify their identity, confirm their relationship with the organization, and clarify the specifics of the data they are seeking. It outlines the necessary steps to be taken by the data subject in providing the requested information and sets a reasonable timeframe for response.

Using this template, organizations can engage with data subjects in a consistent and legally sound manner, ensuring compliance with the UK and EU GDPR laws while appropriately managing access requests for personal data.