Third Edition of Guidelines for Data Export Security Assessment Released

On June 27, 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) issued the  Data Export Security Assessment Declaration Guidelines (Third Edition)  (the “Guidelines”), which took immediate effect. The Guidelines clarify the required materials for data export security assessment, the online declaration process, and conditions for extending the period of assessment results.

The Guidelines optimize the application materials and further detail the online application process, including submission of legal representative/handler identification, risk self-assessment report, contract with the overseas recipient, and others. They specify the conditions, process, and required materials for data processors to extend the validity period of security assessments, allowing applications to be submitted within 60 working days before the assessment’s expiration.