Days until full enforcement
128
August 2, 2026 — High-risk AI systems must comply
August 1, 2024
EU AI Act entered into force
February 2, 2025
Prohibited AI practices become enforceable
August 2, 2025
GPAI model obligations take effect, governance bodies established
August 2, 2026
Full enforcement for high-risk AI systems (Articles 6-49)
August 2, 2027
Obligations for AI systems in Annex I products (medical devices, vehicles, etc.)
The EU AI Act applies to any company worldwide whose AI systems are used by or affect people in the EU. This includes US-based companies serving EU customers, non-EU companies with EU subsidiaries, and any company whose AI outputs are used within the EU. Penalties can reach up to €35 million or 7% of global annual turnover, whichever is higher.
No sign-up required. Results in 60 seconds.