【QCVN】Vietnam New Cybersecurity Standard QCVN 11 Released, Effective July 2026
The Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam (BCA) has officially issued Circular No. 48/2026/TT-BCA, introducing the new national technical regulation QCVN 11:2026/BCA (National technical regulation on Internet Protocol surveillance camera devices – Basic cybersecurity requirements). This standard will officially take effect on July 1, 2026, replacing the previous QCVN 135 regulation.
The introduction of QCVN 11 marks a significant step forward in Vietnam’s enforcement of cybersecurity and privacy data protection for Internet Protocol (IP) cameras and IoT hardware.
🔍 Current Legal Status & Key Takeaways
Manufacturers planning to enter the Vietnamese market should note the following updates:
- Effective Date: QCVN 11:2026/BCA will become effective starting July 1, 2026.
- Predecessor Standard: This regulation fully supersedes the older QCVN 135 guidelines.
- Pending Certification Procedures: The detailed framework regarding type approval and conformity assessment procedures is still awaiting formal publication by authorities.
- Risk-Based Controlled Product List: Clearer administrative workflows will only be established once the official body releases the brand-new, risk-based regulated product list.
While waiting for the finalized enforcement procedures, manufacturers are highly recommended to proactively assess their hardware’s cybersecurity baselines to mitigate future market access risks.
Cybersecurity requirements across ASEAN are evolving rapidly. From Vietnam’s new QCVN 11 mandates to Singapore’s CSA and Indonesia’s SDPPI updates, regulatory frameworks for smart devices are tightening.
THE ONE maintains a dedicated presence in tracing ASEAN regulatory shifts. We closely monitor Vietnam’s upcoming risk-based controlled product lists and certification workflows, delivering early-stage gap analysis and testing strategies to ensure your video surveillance and network products attain market access flawlessly.
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