Vietnam now has a mandatory national technical regulation for EV charging. The Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued Circular 61/2026/TT-BCT together with QCVN 32:2026/BCT, the national technical regulation for EV chargers and charging stations, the government portal reported on October 5, 2026. The circular takes effect on July 1, 2027.
Key Takeaways
- Vietnam issued Circular 61/2026/TT-BCT and QCVN 32:2026/BCT.
- The rules cover AC, DC and combined chargers and stations.
- They take effect on July 1, 2027.
- Existing sites get 6 months to review and 24 months to fix gaps.
What the Regulation Covers
- Scope: manufacturers, assemblers, importers and distributors of chargers, plus investors, designers, builders and operators of stations.
- Charger types: AC, DC and combined AC/DC chargers.
- Equipment requirements: protection against electric shock, overload and short circuit; electromagnetic compatibility; communication; labelling and user instructions.
- Station requirements: electrical safety, fire prevention, layout, safety distances, power supply, energy metering, load management, monitoring and data management.
- Capacity: total station consumption must not exceed the connection point and internal distribution capacity.
Transition Rules
Chargers and stations already legally in operation may continue to be used, but owners and operators must review compliance within 6 months of the effective date and fix shortcomings within 24 months. Any direct safety risk must be handled immediately. Repaired or expanded parts must meet the new regulation.
What It Means
For importers and distributors, QCVN 32:2026 turns charger safety and communication into a market-entry requirement. Products should come with full test documentation, clear labelling in Vietnamese and monitoring capabilities. Station operators should plan for metering and data management from day one.
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