GDPR Fines in Portugal
3 data protection authorities · Since 2017
Total Actions
17
Total Fines
€6.8M
Average Fine
€683K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Stable
About Data Protection Enforcement in Portugal
Portugal is an emerging jurisdiction in European GDPR and data-protection enforcement, with 3 data protection authorities overseeing compliance since 2017. To date, Portugal's regulators have taken 17 enforcement actions totaling €6,831,000 in fines. The landmark case was a €4,300,000 fine against Portuguese National Statistical Institute in 2022, among the most significant GDPR and data-protection penalties recorded for this jurisdiction. Enforcement activity has maintained a consistent pace, reflecting a steady regulatory approach to GDPR and data-protection oversight. The most frequently enforced violations are cookies placed before consent (1 cases), third-party cookies without consent (1 cases), reflecting the regulatory focus areas in this jurisdiction.
Data Protection Authorities
Largest Fines in Portugal
All Portugal actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Portugal
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | €0 |
| 2018 | 2 | €800K |
| 2019 | 4 | €131K |
| 2020 | 1 | €0 |
| 2021 | 3 | €1.3M |
| 2022 | 4 | €4.7M |
| 2024 | 1 | €0 |
| 2025 | 1 | €0 |
Most Common Violations in Portugal
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GDPR and data-protection enforcement actions has Portugal issued?
Portugal has issued 17 enforcement actions related to GDPR and data-protection, totaling €6.8M in fines.
What is the largest GDPR and data-protection fine in Portugal?
The largest recorded penalty was a €4.3M fine against Portuguese National Statistical Institute on 2022-11-02.
How many data protection authorities operate in Portugal?
Portugal has 3 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and data-protection enforcement.
Is GDPR and data-protection enforcement stable in Portugal?
GDPR and data-protection enforcement in Portugal has been relatively stable over recent years.