External Data Protection Officer in Germany – for Foreign Companies

Does your company operate outside of Germany but collect or process personal data of German customers or business partners? Then you are required to appoint a Data Protection Officer based in Germany.

Under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), uniform data protection standards apply to all companies processing personal data of EU citizens – regardless of whether your business is located within the EU. For many non-EU companies, this means: as soon as you target German customers, users, or partners, or handle their data, you must appoint a GDPR-compliant representative in Germany (Art. 27 GDPR).

As your external Data Protection Officer, we take on this role professionally, reliably, and cost-effectively.

Why foreign companies need a Data Protection Officer in Germany

The GDPR contains clear provisions: companies based outside the EU that process data of EU residents or offer goods and services within the EU must designate an EU representative in accordance with Art. 27 GDPR. This representative acts as the central point of contact for EU supervisory authorities and data subjects.

This obligation applies especially to:

• E-commerce businesses and online platforms targeting German or EU customers

• Providers of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), cloud services, or digital applications with users in the EU

• International companies maintaining business relationships with German customers or partners

Failure to comply can result in significant fines and reputational damage.

What we offer – our services as your external Data Protection Officer

We provide foreign companies with a comprehensive service as an external Data Protection Officer based in Germany. Our services include:

• Official representation in the EU under Art. 27 GDPR

• Communication with German and European data protection authorities

• Point of contact for EU data subjects

• Consulting on GDPR compliance and strategy

• Drafting and reviewing privacy documentation (e.g., privacy policies, data processing agreements)

• Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) for high-risk data processing

• Support during audits, certifications, or internal privacy reviews

Our goal is to help you enter and operate in the German and European markets with confidence and compliance.

Your benefits with us

• ✅ Registered office in Germany: We fulfill all legal requirements for serving as your EU representative.

• ✅ Experienced professionals: We support clients across various industries worldwide.

• ✅ Multilingual support: Communication in English and German.

• ✅ Legal compliance & trust: Minimize your legal risks and build trust with your customers.

• ✅ Efficient and scalable: No need for internal staff – we handle it for you.

Our international clients

We currently serve clients in:

• Switzerland

• United States

• United Kingdom

• Canada

• Israel

• and other non-EU countries engaging in business within the EU.

Whether you’re a start-up, SME, or enterprise – we tailor our services to fit your needs.