Article 27

Fundamental rights impact assessment (FRIA)

High riskApplicable from August 2, 2026
Applies to: Deployer

Certain deployers must carry out an assessment of the impact on fundamental rights before putting a high-risk AI system into use.

Key points

  • Applies to public bodies, private entities providing public services, and some credit and insurance uses
  • Describe the deployment processes and intended purpose
  • Identify the categories of persons affected and specific risks of harm
  • Set out human oversight and governance measures
  • Notify the market surveillance authority of the results

This page is a plain-language summary for orientation only. It is not legal advice — the binding text is Regulation (EU) 2024/1689.

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