Consumer Rights Deadline Calculator | SAR & FOI Tool

Calculate Deadline

Type of Request

Date Submitted The date you sent the email or posted the letter.

Extension Status Did the organisation inform you of a specific extension?

Days Paused (ID / Clarification) If the clock stopped while they waited for ID, enter days here.

Subject Access Requests (SAR)

GDPR Article 12

Standard Deadline: 1 Calendar Month.

Valid Reasons for Extension

Under UK GDPR, organisations can extend by 2 months (Total: 3 months) if:

Complex: Legacy systems, heavy redaction, or paper records.
Numerous: Multiple requests in a short time.

Note: "We are busy" or "Staff shortages" are not valid reasons.

"Stopping the Clock"

If they need ID or clarification, the clock pauses until you reply.

Official ICO Guidance on SARs →

Disclaimer: This tool is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Deadlines are estimates based on standard UK regulations (GDPR / FOI Act) and may be affected by individual circumstances, postal delays, or specific organisational policies. Always verify critical deadlines with official sources such as the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) or seek independent legal advice. The developer accepts no liability for errors, omissions, or actions taken based on this calculator.