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Tunisia Laws - Others > Organic Act No. 63/2004 on the protection of personal data
Short Summary
The Organic Act No. 63/2004 on the protection of personal data governs the processing of personal data in Tunisia. It applies to both automatic and non-automatic processing of personal data carried out by individuals or legal entities. However, it does not apply to personal data processed for private use or within the family circle, or personal data related to public life or considered public life by law. The act defines personal data as any information relating to an individual that can directly or indirectly identify them, with exceptions for information related to public life. The act establishes the National Authority for Protection of Personal Data as the regulatory body. It sets out the conditions and formalities for data processing, including the requirement for notification to the authority and obtaining authorization in certain cases. The act also grants rights to data subjects, such as the right of access, rectification, and objection to the processing of their personal data. Non-compliance with the act can result in imprisonment and fines.
Whom does it apply to?
Individuals and legal entities processing personal data
What does it govern?
Protection of personal data
What are exemptions?
Processing of personal data for private use or within the family circle, processing of personal data related to public life or considered public life by law
What are the Penalties?
Imprisonment ranging from 2 months to 5 years and fines ranging from 1,000 to 50,000 Tunisian Dinars
Jurisdiction
Tunisia