The increasing popularity of flycams and drones across commercial and civil applications—including filming, surveying, and surveillance—has intensified the need for strict quality management. Mastering the Legal Regulations for Flycam/UAV/Drone in Vietnam is essential for manufacturers and importers to successfully navigate procedural requirements and guarantee that their equipment meets all mandatory national technical standards before market entry.
Flycams, Drones, and UAVs are subject to dual compliance: they must adhere to flight operation laws and mandatory technical standards. Before market circulation, every device must satisfy technical requirements related to Radio Frequency (RF), Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), and overall safety. This comprehensive compliance ensures stable transmission, mitigates harmful interference, and safeguards both users and Vietnam’s critical frequency infrastructure, as mandated by the Legal Regulations for Flycam/UAV/Drone in Vietnam.
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Table 1: Procedures for Implementing Licenses for Flycam/UAV/Drone
I. What are Flycams/Drones?
Both Flycam and Drone are Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), controlled remotely by a controller, smartphone, or autonomous programming system. According to Clause 1, Article 3 of Decree 36/2008/NĐ-CP, these are defined as “flying devices where the control and maintenance of flight operations do not require the direct involvement of a pilot or crew on the device.” The two terms are typically distinguished based on their intended use:
- Drone: The common international term, used for all types of UAVs with various applications such as filming, terrain surveying, construction site monitoring, agriculture, rescue operations, light transportation, etc.
- Flycam: The familiar name used in Vietnam, referring specifically to camera-equipped drones used for aerial filming and photography. This is the category most frequently used by general consumers.
Despite the difference in purpose, both share the same basic structure, including: the airframe, motors/propellers, battery, positioning sensors, and control signal transmitter.
The adoption of flycams and drones has exploded in Vietnam, encompassing diverse sectors including commercial filming, surveying, infrastructure inspection (solar, construction), small-scale logistics, and agriculture.
This rapid expansion makes full compliance with the Legal Regulations for Flycam/UAV/Drone in Vietnam mandatory. Crucially, because these devices rely on wireless connectivity for command and control, non-compliant equipment poses a significant risk of causing harmful interference to the country’s existing operational radio communication systems, requiring strict adherence to technical standards.
Table 2: Testing Requirements for Flycam/UAV/Drone
II. Legal Regulations for Flycam/UAV/Drone
1. Procedures for Implementing Licenses for Flycam/UAV/Drone
a) For Imported Flycam/UAV/Drone
| MANAGING MINISTRY | IMPORTED FLYCAM/UAV/DRONE | |
| Implementing Steps | Authorizing/Implementing Body | |
| Ministry of Science and Technology | Step 1: State control registration (*) | Vietnam Telecommunications Authority (*) |
| Step 2: Conformity Testing | Phuc Gia® | |
| Step 3: Conformity Certification (**) | Telecom Metrology and Quality Center – Vietnam Telecommunications Authority (***) | |
| Step 3+: Code Issuance and Stamp Registration (Applicable to enterprises importing telecommunications products for the first time) | Telecom Metrology and Quality Center – Vietnam Telecommunications Authority | |
| Step 4: Self-assessment of Conformity to finalize the State control registration dossier | Vietnam Telecommunications Authority | |
| Step 5: Affix the ICT Conformity Stamp (Before market circulation) |
Enterprise self-implements after being licensed | |
Notes: Phuc Gia®: Phuc Gia Laboratory Corporation.
(*) Submit online on dichvucong.gov.vn accompanied by 1 hard copy sent to the Vietnam Telecommunications Authority (VNTA);
(**) Applies to “Technical requirements on Radio Frequency (RF)” technical regulations such as: QCVN 54, 65.
(***) Certification using Method 1: For products where the Manufacturer/Production Factory has ISO 9001; Certification using Method 7 (certification by batch): Manufacturer/Production Factory does not have ISO 9001.
b) For Domestically Manufactured Flycam/UAV/Drone
| MANAGING MINISTRY | DOMESTICALLY MANUFACTURED FLYCAM/UAV/DRONE | |
| Implementing Steps | Authorizing/Implementing Body | |
| Ministry of Science and Technology | Step 1: Conformity Testing | Phuc Gia® |
| Step 2: Conformity Certification (**) | Telecom Metrology and Quality Center – Vietnam Telecommunications Authority (***) | |
| Step 2+: Code Issuance and Stamp Registration (Applicable to enterprises manufacturing telecommunications products for the first time) | Telecom Metrology and Quality Center – Vietnam Telecommunications Authority | |
| Step 3: Declaration of Regulation Conformity | Department of Science and Technology (where the business is registered) | |
| Step 4: Affix the ICT Conformity Stamp (Before market circulation) |
Enterprise self-implements after being licensed | |
Notes: Phuc Gia®: Phuc Gia Laboratory Corporation.
(*) Applies to “Technical requirements on Radio Frequency (RF)” technical regulations such as: QCVN 54, 65.
(**) Certification using Method 1: For products where the Manufacturer/Production Factory has ISO 9001; Certification using Method 5 (production line assessment combined with typical sample taking): Manufacturer/Production Factory does not have ISO 9001.
2. Legal Regulation Documents
| Ministry of Science and Technology | |
| Legal Regulation Documents | – Circular 29/2025/TT-BKHCN (Issued 13/11/2025) of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), promulgating the list of products and goods capable of causing unsafe conditions in the information technology and telecommunications sector under the responsibility of MOST.
– Circular 02/2024/TT-BTTTT (29/03/2024) of the Ministry of Information and Communications (now the Ministry of Science and Technology), stipulating the list of products and goods subject to mandatory conformity certification and/or conformity declaration under the scope of responsibility of the former MIC/current MOST. – Circular 08/2021/TT-BTTTT (14/10/2021) of the Ministry of Information and Communications (now the Ministry of Science and Technology), regulating the operating frequencies and transmitting power of short-range wireless transceiver features integrated into laptop computers [relevant to general wireless technology limits]. – Circular 06/2020/TT-BKHCN (10/12/2020) of the Ministry of Science and Technology, guiding and implementing Decrees 132/2008/NĐ-CP, 74/2018/NĐ-CP, 154/2018/NĐ-CP, and 119/2017/NĐ-CP [on quality management]. – Consolidated Document 02/2020/VBHN-BTTTT (11/08/2020) of the Ministry of Information and Communications (now the Ministry of Science and Technology), consolidating circulars stipulating conformity certification and declaration for specialized information and communication technology products and goods. – Circular 10/2020/TT-BTTTT (01/07/2020) of the Ministry of Information and Communications (now the Ministry of Science and Technology), stipulating the methods for conformity certification and declaration for products managed by the former MIC/current MOST. – Circular 15/2018/TT-BTTTT (15/11/2018) of the Ministry of Information and Communications (now the Ministry of Science and Technology), amending and supplementing Circular 30/2011/TT-BTTTT. – Decree 74/2018/NĐ-CP (15/05/2018) of the Prime Minister, amending and supplementing Decree 132/2008/NĐ-CP on product quality. – Circular 11/2018/TT-BTTTT (15/05/2018) of the Ministry of Information and Communications (now the Ministry of Science and Technology), stipulating the List of used Information Technology goods banned from import. – Circular 28/2012/TT-BKHCN (12/12/2012) of the Ministry of Science and Technology, stipulating standard conformity declaration, regulation conformity declaration, and conformity assessment methods. |
3. Types of Flycam/UAV/Drone within the Scope of Application
| Ministry of Science and Technology | |
| Types of Flycam/UAV/Drone within the Scope of Application | – Flycam (Television camera, digital camera, and image recording camera mounted on the flying device) uses remote control technology and image transmission via Spread Spectrum Modulation radio waves in the 2.4 GHz band (frequency range from 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz) and the 5 GHz band (frequency range including 3 sub-bands: 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz, 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz, and 5725 MHz to 5850 MHz), with an Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power (EIRP) from 60 mW to 200 mW.
– UAV/Drone (Remotely controlled flying vehicle, potentially integrating television camera, digital camera, and image recording camera) uses remote control technology and image transmission via Spread Spectrum Modulation radio waves in the 2.4 GHz band (frequency range from 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz) and the 5 GHz band (frequency range including 3 sub-bands: 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz, 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz, and 5725 MHz to 5850 MHz), with an Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power (EIRP) from 60 mW to 200 mW. – Flycam/UAV/Drone (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands) fall under 1 of the following 5 HS Codes:
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4. Currently Effective Regulations/Standards
| Ministry of Science and Technology | |
| Currently Effective Regulations/Standards | a) Radio Frequency (RF)
b) Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
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5. Important Notes in Importation, Manufacturing, and Business Policies under the Legal Regulations for Flycam/UAV/Drone in Vietnam
| Ministry of Science and Technology | |
| Important Notes | – The results of measurements/testing from domestic or foreign laboratories that have not been designated, recognized, or acknowledged, or the test results from the manufacturer, shall not be used for conformity assessment against this technical regulation.
– Regarding QCVN 54:2020/BTTTT and QCVN 65:2021/BTTTT: The application of technical requirements under extreme/critical conditions is suspended until the end of June 30, 2025, for products and goods that are not dedicated WiFi transceivers (WiFi Modem, WiFi Access Point), HS code 8517.62.51, but which integrate WiFi transceiver functionality. – The Ministry of Information and Communications (now the Ministry of Science and Technology) updates the list of Group 2 goods periodically (including the product list and corresponding technical regulations). Importing and manufacturing enterprises dealing with WiFi transceiver devices must regularly monitor and update information to ensure products consistently meet the current technical regulations and management requirements. – For QCVN 112:2017/BTTTT, products and goods do not require conformity certification but only need to execute a Declaration of Conformity. – The formula [5 160 +(g x 20) MHz] (1) in Clause 2.1.2 (Technical requirements on limits) of QCVN 65:2021/BTTTT shall not be applied. – Products and goods with radio frequency emission functions must comply with Vietnam’s planning and allocation of radio frequencies, the corresponding technical and operational conditions, as well as current legal regulations on radio frequency. – Organizations and enterprises manufacturing, importing, distributing, and using the products must commit to strictly comply with the law on the management and use of radio frequencies. – Unmanned aerial vehicles (Drones) fall under the management authority of the Ministry of National Defence (MND); therefore, enterprises must obtain a written approval from this authority when importing. – Enterprises must fulfill their tax obligations to the state when importing. Enterprises should request a Certificate of Origin (C/O) from the exporter to benefit from special preferential import tax rates. – Enterprises must correctly determine the HS code to complete the necessary procedures accurately, avoiding time loss and penalties. – Effective from January 1, 2026, cameras capable of recording and transmitting data via radio waves, such as Flycams, Drones with cameras, and IP Cameras, will be subject to quality inspection and conformity certification according to QCVN 135:2024/BTTTT. |
Understanding and adhering to the Legal Regulations for Flycam/UAV/Drone in Vietnam is paramount. Compliance is not merely a mandatory step for legal market circulation but is a critical strategic factor that allows businesses to protect their reputation, minimize legal risks, and significantly enhance competitive capability. Enterprises must, therefore, fully comply with current regulations and proactively track legislative changes to ensure their products maintain operational safety and meet all dynamic management requirements.
III. PHUC GIA LABORATORY CORPORATION: COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR FLYCAM/UAV/DRONE
| ORD | PHUC GIA® CAPABILITIES | Ministry of Industry and Trade | Ministry of Science and Technology |
| 1 | Testing Capabilities (Certification/ Designation) |
Phuc Gia has been designated and the designation remains valid. (Detail) | Phuc Gia® has been designated for testing and certification of electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and remains effective/valid. (Detail) |
| 2 | Quotation and Duration for Tests | The official listed quotation is available here. | |
| 3 | Support | – Consultancy on product quality improvement;
– Free 24/7 consultation service; – Consultancy on product quality improvement. |
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| 6 | Contact for Services | For assistance with testing/certification, please contact:
Address: ICD Long Bien, No. 01 Huynh Tan Phat, Sai Dong B Industrial Park, Long Bien Ward, Hanoi |
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| Note: Phuc Gia Laboratory Corporation directly performs testing and certification for Flycam/UAV/Drone according to the regulations of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST). | |||
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