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GDPR and International Data Transfers

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The clause establishes Visa's operational framework for cross-border data transfers, specifying the legal mechanisms (standard contractual clauses) used to satisfy data protection requirements in regulated jurisdictions. This addresses the technical and contractual basis for international data movement under GDPR and equivalent regimes.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
Apr 27, 2026
First Seen
Apr 27, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 104 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland are subject to data transfers protected by standard contractual clauses, which provide a specified contractual mechanism for cross-border personal information flows. The terms authorize international transfer of personal data under these defined safeguards rather than prohibiting such transfers.

How other platforms handle this

Zendesk Medium

Where Zendesk transfers personal data outside of the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we rely on appropriate transfer mechanisms, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, to ensure that your personal data receives an adequate level of pro...

Cohere Medium

Cohere is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and has offices and infrastructure in various locations around the world. Personal information may be transferred to, and maintained on, computers located outside of your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the privacy laws ma...

Synthesia Medium

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, including the United States. Where we transfer your data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by th...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we comply with applicable data protection laws when transferring your personal information outside of these regions. We use appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, to protect your personal information when it is transferred internationally.

— Excerpt from Visa's Visa Privacy Notice

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
GDPR
European Union

Provision details

Document information
Document
Visa Privacy Notice
Entity
Visa
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
April 27, 2026
Last verified
May 10, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-003385
Document ID
CA-D-00114
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
0f3b20918fcde3434b1eb83f3ef5b6abd53b678f83f5a8ee823c96cbbe17c540
Analysis generated
April 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Visa
Document: Visa Privacy Notice
Record ID: CA-P-003385
Captured: 2026-04-27 12:33:46 UTC
SHA-256: 0f3b20918fcde343…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/visa/visa-privacy-notice/gdpr-and-international-data-transfers/
Accessed: June 20, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Visa's GDPR and International Data Transfers clause do?

The clause establishes Visa's operational framework for cross-border data transfers, specifying the legal mechanisms (standard contractual clauses) used to satisfy data protection requirements in regulated jurisdictions. This addresses the technical and contractual basis for international data movement under GDPR and equivalent regimes.

How does this clause affect you?

Users located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland are subject to data transfers protected by standard contractual clauses, which provide a specified contractual mechanism for cross-border personal information flows. The terms authorize international transfer of personal data under these defined safeguards rather than prohibiting such transfers.

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