| OVERVIEW | There is no comprehensive legal framework for privacy and data protection in the private sector. |
| ENACTED | 2008 |
| GENERAL PRIVACY LAWS | No constitutional or other legal protections related to personal data privacy. |
| PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION LAWS AND REGULATIONS |
No general personal data protection laws have been enacted. Law No. 11/2008 regarding electronic transactions and information pertains to information and transactions in electronic form. Under this law, any use of private or personal information through electronic media can only be carried out with the prior consent of the individual concerned, unless the law stipulates otherwise. |
| TYPE OF DATA PROTECTED | Personal Information. |
| WORKPLACE PRIVACY LAWS | No workplace privacy laws, regulations or guidelines have been enacted. |
| TRANSBORDER TRANSFERS | No specific legislation regarding transborder transfers of personal information. |
| FINES AND SANCTIONS | N/A |
| OTHER PRIVACY LAWS AND REGULATIONS | N/A |