China PI Export Standard Contract Measures
In force China · In force Jun 1, 2023 · no upcoming deadlines
Deadlines
| Date | What happens | When |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 20232 years ago | Remediation window for existing transfers endstentative | 2.8 years ago |
| Jun 1, 20233 years ago | Standard contract measures take effect | 3.3 years ago |
Summaries for reference, not legal advice. Check the official text.
What it does
Lets personal information handlers export personal information by signing China's standard contract with the overseas recipient instead of a security assessment, if volume limits are met. Handlers must do a personal information protection impact assessment and file the signed contract with the provincial CAC. Transfers already under way had six months to comply.
- Who it applies to
- Non-CII personal information handlers exporting personal information below the security assessment thresholds.
- Penalties
- Handled under the PIPL and related laws. PIPL fines reach RMB 50 million or 5% of prior-year turnover for serious violations.
- Enforced by
- Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)
- Official name
- Measures on the Standard Contract for Outbound Transfer of Personal Information
- Citation
- CAC Order No. 13
- Topics
- data-residency, privacy
Verified 2026-09-25 gov.cn
Research notes
The original thresholds (under 1 million people processed, under 100,000 exported) were changed by the 2024 cross-border provisions (cn-cross-border). Signed 2023-02-22, published 2023-02-24.
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Questions about China PI Export Standard Contract Measures
- What are the China PI Export Standard Contract Measures compliance deadlines?
- Jun 1, 2023: Standard contract measures take effect. Dec 1, 2023: Remediation window for existing transfers ends (tentative).
- When does China PI Export Standard Contract Measures take effect?
- China PI Export Standard Contract Measures took effect on Jun 1, 2023.
- Who does China PI Export Standard Contract Measures apply to?
- Non-CII personal information handlers exporting personal information below the security assessment thresholds.
- What are the penalties under China PI Export Standard Contract Measures?
- Handled under the PIPL and related laws. PIPL fines reach RMB 50 million or 5% of prior-year turnover for serious violations.