Data protection for private individuals in Switzerland

Art. 67 FADP

Conclusion of International Treaties

Chapter 9: Conclusion of International Treaties

Statutory textStatus: 7 July 2025

The Federal Council may conclude international treaties relating to:

  • a.

    international cooperation between data protection authorities;

  • b.

    the mutual acknowledgement of an adequate level of protection for the disclosure of personal data abroad.

Source: Version on FedlexThis translation is not an official version. Only the German, French and Italian versions are legally binding.

In brief

The Federal Council can conclude international treaties on cooperation between data protection authorities and the mutual recognition of adequate protection.

What does this mean for me?

Such agreements make it easier to exchange data with other countries without lowering protection.

Explanation by mydatenschutz.ch in plain language – not legal advice. The statutory text is authoritative.