Entry into force (1 March 2026)
Is this legally binding?
Binding. Binding law. It applies to everyone in scope, whether or not anyone points at it.
Per Article 34, the Law took effect on 1 March 2026. Transitional provisions (Article 35) give existing AI systems 12 months (18 months for healthcare, education and finance) to reach compliance.
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