The Guides to Social Policy Law is a collection of publications designed to assist decision makers administering social policy law. The information contained in this publication is intended only as a guide to relevant legislation/policy. The information is accurate as at the date listed at the bottom of the page, but may be subject to change. To discuss individual circumstances please contact Services Australia.

10.32.10.20 Confidentiality - Agreement with India

Confidentiality

Article 19 of the Agreement provides that information exchanged by Australia and India is confidential and can only be used for the purposes of implementing the Agreement or applicable social security laws.

All information received by Australia is subject to the same privacy principles as applies to information obtained under domestic law. Information received by India is similarly subject to Indian privacy legislation.

Act reference: SS(IntAgree)Act Schedule 31 Republic of India

Last reviewed: 4 January 2016

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