The Vietnamese automotive market is predominantly dominated by Japanese, Chinese, and Korean brands, accounting for over 80% of market share. Despite a relatively low domestic production rate, the automotive industry has played a significant role in Vietnam’s industrial development over the past decade.
The market access authority for automotive products in Vietnam is the Ministry of Transport (MOT) and its subordinate Vehicle Registration Agency (VR), with the certification model based on vehicle type approval. Key regulatory frameworks include:
Decision No. 14/2015/TT-BGTVT (Nov 6, 2015) by the MOT Minister on type approval for domestically manufactured and imported motorcycles.
Decision No. 30/2011/TT-BGTVT (Apr 15, 2011) on type approval specifications for domestically manufactured/assembled motor vehicles.
Decision No. 44/2012/TT-BGTVT (Oct 23, 2012) on inspection standards for imported motorcycles and engines.
Decision No. 31/2011/TT-BGTVT (Apr 15, 2011) on inspection standards for imported motor vehicles.
Since April 2018, the Vehicle Registration Agency (VR) has mandated Vietnam VR certification for aftermarket automotive components. Current compulsory certification scopes include:
Helmets, safety glass, wheels (rims), rearview mirrors, tires, headlamps, fuel tanks, batteries, interior materials, pressure vessels, and power batteries.
ATIC has pioneered collaboration with the Vehicle Registration Agency (VR) and local laboratories to assist domestic component manufacturers (e.g., CITIC Dicastal) in obtaining VR certification. Additionally, ATIC provides Vietnamese regulatory consulting services for renowned European automotive design firms. ATIC’s VR certification services cover the entire process, including:
Regulatory consulting, factory audits, sampling, testing, certification, pre-clearance of samples/prototype vehicles, logistics, and compliance support.
