Law No. 81 of 2019

This law establishes principles, rights, and obligations for the protection of personal data in Panama, similar to the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). It applies to databases and data processing activities within Panama, even if the data involves foreigners.

Other Legislation from Panama

Act on Cybercrime/Online Intellectual Property Protection

• Law No. 15 of 1994
• Law No. 35 of 1996

Cooperation and International Efforts

• Law No. 42 of 2000
• Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Law

Criminal Code/Law Enforcement

• Law No. 18 of 1982

Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection

• National Cyber Security Strategy

Data Protection and Privacy

• Law No. 43 of 2001