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Who Must Comply with DORA?

DORA applies to a wide range of financial entities operating in the EU, as well as their critical ICT third-party service providers.

Credit Institutions & Banks

All banks and credit institutions operating within the EU must comply with DORA requirements.

Investment Firms & Fund Managers

Investment firms, AIFMs, UCITS management companies, and other investment service providers.

Insurance & Reinsurance

Insurance undertakings, reinsurance companies, and insurance intermediaries registered in the EU.

Crypto & Payment Services

Crypto-asset service providers, payment institutions, e-money institutions, and payment processors.

ICT Third-Party Providers

DORA also applies to ICT service providers supporting financial entities, even if located outside the EU. Critical providers may be subject to direct oversight.

  • Cloud service providers
  • Data centers and hosting services
  • Software vendors and SaaS providers
  • Cybersecurity service providers

Enforcement Authorities

National competent authorities across the EU are responsible for supervising DORA compliance and enforcing requirements.

CSSF (Luxembourg)ACPR (France)BaFin (Germany)Banco de España (Spain)De Nederlandsche Bank (Netherlands)ECB (European Central Bank)National Competent Authorities across EU

Extra-Territorial Scope

DORA applies to EU-based financial entities and extends to their ICT suppliers globally. Non-EU service providers supporting EU financial institutions must comply with relevant DORA obligations, including contractual requirements and potential direct oversight for critical providers.

Core DORA Requirements for Financial Institutions

Comprehensive obligations designed to strengthen ICT resilience across the financial sector

ICT Risk Management Framework

Establish comprehensive ICT risk management frameworks aligned with DORA standards.

  • Document all ICT systems, processes, and protocols
  • Implement continuous risk identification and assessment
  • Define governance structures with clear accountability
  • Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery plans
  • Regular review and update of risk management strategies

Incident Detection & Reporting

Implement mandatory incident detection, classification, and timely reporting to regulators.

  • Establish 24/7 incident monitoring capabilities
  • Classify incidents according to DORA criteria
  • Report major incidents within prescribed timelines
  • Use standardized templates for regulatory notification
  • Conduct root cause analysis and remediation

Digital Resilience Testing

Conduct regular digital operational resilience testing to validate preparedness.

  • Perform threat-led penetration testing (TLPT) for critical entities
  • Execute scenario-based testing and simulations
  • Test backup and recovery procedures regularly
  • Validate incident response and crisis management
  • Document testing results and remediation actions

Third-Party ICT Risk Management

Manage ICT third-party risks through due diligence, contracts, and ongoing oversight.

  • Conduct thorough due diligence before engagement
  • Include mandatory contractual clauses per DORA Article 30
  • Maintain register of all ICT third-party arrangements
  • Ensure audit rights and access provisions
  • Plan exit strategies and data retrieval mechanisms

Information Sharing

Facilitate cyber threat intelligence sharing within the financial sector.

  • Participate in information sharing arrangements
  • Exchange cyber threat intelligence and indicators
  • Collaborate on sector-wide resilience initiatives
  • Respect data protection and confidentiality
  • Contribute to collective defense mechanisms

Proportionality Principle

DORA requirements are proportionate to the size, nature, and complexity of your organization. Smaller entities face scaled obligations, while systemically important institutions must meet enhanced standards including advanced TLPT requirements.

Small Entities
Simplified frameworks and reduced testing frequency
Medium Entities
Standard requirements with regular assessments
Large/Critical Entities
Full TLPT, enhanced oversight, and advanced testing

Understanding DORA Requirements

The Digital Operational Resilience Act establishes a comprehensive framework for managing ICT risks in the financial sector. Here are the four key pillars.

ICT Risk Management

  • Risk identification and assessment frameworks
  • ICT systems governance and documentation
  • Business continuity planning
  • Backup and recovery procedures

Incident Reporting

  • Major incident classification criteria
  • Reporting timelines and procedures
  • Competent authority notifications
  • Root cause analysis requirements

Digital Resilience Testing

  • Threat-led penetration testing (TLPT)
  • Testing frequency and methodologies
  • Scenario-based assessments
  • Third-party testing frameworks

Third-Party Risk

  • ICT service provider oversight
  • Contractual arrangements
  • Exit strategies and data portability
  • Critical provider registry

Compliance Timeline

DORA becomes applicable on January 17, 2025. Financial entities must ensure full compliance with all requirements by this date. Regulatory technical standards (RTS) and implementing technical standards (ITS) provide additional implementation guidance.

Documentation Library

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DORA Regulation (EU) 2022/2554 - Complete Text

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Official regulation text on digital operational resilience for the financial sector. Complete 79-page document from EUR-Lex.

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RTS on ICT Risk Management Framework

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Regulatory Technical Standards detailing requirements for ICT risk management frameworks under DORA Article 15.

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RTS on Incident Classification and Reporting

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Technical standards for classifying and reporting major ICT-related incidents to competent authorities.

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RTS on Threat-Led Penetration Testing (TLPT)

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Requirements and methodology for conducting advanced threat-led penetration testing under DORA Article 26.

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DORA Training Obligations: Empowering Your Workforce

Training is fundamental to DORA compliance. All stakeholders must receive appropriate cybersecurity and operational resilience training tailored to their roles.

Board Members & Senior Management

Ultimate Responsibility

Quarterly executive briefings and annual deep-dive sessions

  • Maintain up-to-date ICT risk knowledge through regular training
  • Understand DORA obligations and organizational ICT risk profile
  • Approve ICT risk management framework and policies
  • Oversee implementation and effectiveness of controls
  • Ensure adequate resources for operational resilience

All Staff Members

Operational Awareness

Annual mandatory training with periodic refreshers

  • Complete cybersecurity awareness training tailored to roles
  • Understand basic ICT security protocols and procedures
  • Recognize and report potential security incidents
  • Follow data protection and access control policies
  • Participate in incident response exercises

IT & Security Teams

Technical Implementation

Continuous learning with specialized certifications

  • Advanced training in ICT risk assessment methodologies
  • Incident detection, classification, and response procedures
  • Threat-led penetration testing and resilience testing
  • Third-party risk management and contract oversight
  • Regulatory reporting and documentation standards

Third-Party ICT Providers

External Compliance

Initial onboarding and annual compliance updates

  • Understanding of DORA contractual obligations
  • Incident notification and escalation procedures
  • Data protection and security standards compliance
  • Business continuity and exit strategy requirements
  • Cooperation with audits and supervisory activities

Why Training Matters

DORA explicitly recognizes that human factors are critical to operational resilience. Effective training programs ensure:

  • Informed decision-making at all organizational levels
  • Rapid and effective incident response capabilities
  • Reduced human error and security vulnerabilities
  • Culture of security awareness across the organization
  • Regulatory compliance and audit readiness

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  • Interactive simulations and real-world scenarios
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  • Regular updates reflecting regulatory developments

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Under DORA Article 30, ICT third-party service contracts must include:

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