GDPR Compliance Annual Cost Guide
How much does GDPR compliance truly cost? EU Representative from EUR 490/yr, DPO services, consent management, and more.
One of the most common questions from non-EU business owners is: “How much does GDPR compliance cost?” The answer depends on your business size, data processing volume, and existing compliance infrastructure. This guide breaks down the costs.
Essential GDPR Costs (Every Business)
EU Representative — EUR 490/year
If you are a non-EU business processing EU personal data, Article 27 requires an EU Representative. EU Shield charges a flat EUR 490 per year with no hidden fees. This includes your EU legal address, service of process acceptance, correspondence forwarding, and secure ROPA storage. See full pricing →
Privacy Policy — EUR 0-500
You can draft this yourself using a template or hire a lawyer. The key is including: EU Representative contact, processing bases, data subject rights, and retention periods.
Cookie Consent Solution — EUR 0-300/year
Cookiebot, CookieYes, Osano, or OneTrust cost between free (basic) and EUR 300/year. The right choice depends on scanning accuracy, language support, and design flexibility.
Mid-Range Costs (Growing Businesses)
Data Processing Agreement Templates — EUR 0-200
You can use our free DPA template or purchase a custom legal version.
Record of Processing Activities (ROPA) — EUR 0-1,000
Simple ROPA can be managed in a spreadsheet. Complex processing requires professional services.
Enterprise Costs
DPO Services — EUR 1,000-5,000/year
If you process special category data at scale, a Data Protection Officer may be required. DPO vs EU Representative explained →
Legal Audit — EUR 2,000-10,000
A full GDPR gap analysis and compliance audit from a law firm specialising in EU data protection.
Total Annual Estimate
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