Notice

Due to the execution of works at the APDCAT facilities, from March 9 to 13, 2026, public service will be provided exclusively by electronic means or by telephone. For this reason, the physical register of the APDCAT will remain closed. The nearest register is at the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Food, located at Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 612, Eixample, 08007 Barcelona

Special data categories


Data that reveals a person's ethnic or racial origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data processed for the purpose of uniquely identifying a natural person, data concerning a natural person's health or sex life, or a natural person's sexual orientation.

Yes, as long as they are processed for the purpose of uniquely identifying or authenticating a natural person.

If you want to know more details about this issue, you can consult the CNS opinion 21/2020.

 

No, in general. The current criteria have greatly restricted the possibility of applying such an invasive measure as this, which is reduced to very exceptional cases.

Last update: 19.02.2026