Vietnam Cybersecurity Law: Regulatory Updates News
Vietnam Cybersecurity Law Takes Effect in 2026 Vietnam has officially brought the Vietnam Cybersecurity Law into force as part of a significant update to its national cybersecurity and data protection framework. Law No. 116/2025/QH15 became effective on July 1, 2026, following its issuance on December 10, 2025. The law establishes a comprehensive legal framework governing […]
Vietnam Risk-Based Products: New Compliance Rules
The Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) has enacted Circular No. 36/2026/TT-BKHCN, completely overhauling the quality control and market-entry rules for information technology, telecommunications, and radio frequency hardware in Vietnam. Effective July 1, 2026, this regulation implements the statutory quality mandates driven by the updated Law on Product and Goods Quality No. 78/2025/QH15 and Decree […]
Vietnam Introduces IP Camera Cybersecurity Rules
On May 14, 2026, Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security (MPS) issued Circular No. 48/2026/TT-BCA, promulgating QCVN 11:2026/BCA, the new National Technical Regulation establishing baseline cybersecurity requirements for surveillance cameras using Internet Protocol (IP). The regulation introduces a new legal framework for IP camera cybersecurity applicable to devices manufactured, imported, and circulated in the Vietnamese market. […]
Vietnam Risk Compliance Framework Update 2026
Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has introduced a draft circular that significantly reshapes Vietnam risk compliance by adopting a risk-based product management system. Effective July 1, 2026, this proposal aims to streamline compliance processes while maintaining strict oversight for higher-risk products. As part of ongoing Regulatory Updates in Vietnam, the framework introduces new classification […]
Vietnam Compliance Guidelines Update
Vietnam compliance guidelines have undergone significant updates with the issuance of Circular 14/2026/TT-BKHCN by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST). Announced on April 9, 2026, the new regulation introduces important changes to conformity assessment procedures, certification validity, and labeling practices. These updates aim to streamline compliance while aligning with evolving risk-based regulatory frameworks. Key […]
Vietnam EMC Regulation for Mobile Terminals
The Vietnam EMC regulation for mobile communication terminals introduces new mandatory electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements for devices operating on modern cellular networks. Issued by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), the national technical regulation QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN establishes updated compliance procedures for smartphones, mobile terminals, and related telecommunications equipment. This regulatory development reflects Vietnam’s continued […]
Vietnam – New 6GHz WLAN Regulation Announced
Vietnam has officially released a significant 6GHz WLAN regulation, setting a new national technical standard for radio access equipment operating in the 6 GHz band. With the issuance of Circular 41/2025/TT-BKHCN on November 13, 2025, this update replaces the previously applicable QCVN 47:2015/BTTTT for affected devices, bringing clarity to a previously ambiguous regulatory environment. New […]
Vietnam MST Updates Type Approval and DoC Rules
A Regulatory Shift in Vietnam ICT Compliance On November 13, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) issued Circular 29/2025/TT-BKHCN, establishing a new legal foundation for managing ICT products categorized under Group 2, those considered potentially unsafe. Effective December 31, 2025, this Circular replaces Circular 02/2024/TT-BTTTT from the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC), […]
Vietnam Sets New EMC Standards for the Mobile Era
Vietnam Sets New EMC Standards for the Mobile Era Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has announced a significant regulatory shift with the introduction of a new EMC regulation in Vietnam—QCVN XX:2025/BKHCN. This national technical regulation addresses electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for mobile terminal devices and their ancillary equipment, and will officially replace QCVN 86:2019/BTTTT starting […]
Strategic Tax Incentives to Boost Vietnam’s Electronics Sector
Draft Circular Sets Criteria for Vietnam Tax Incentives in Electronics Vietnam tax incentives are at the core of a newly proposed regulation that could significantly impact the electronics manufacturing sector. The Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) has released a draft circular outlining specific criteria that companies must meet to benefit from corporate income tax […]