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Vietnam: data, AI and cyber laws

2 regulations in Vietnam that affect companies handling data: Vietnam AI Law, Vietnam PDPL. Part of APAC.

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  • Vietnam AI Law

    Vietnam

    In forceAI

    Next: Mar 1, 2027 Transition ends for existing AI systems (general)

  • Vietnam PDPL

    Vietnam

    In forcePrivacyData residency

    Effective Jan 1, 2026

Upcoming deadlines

March 20271 deadline

  1. Vietnam AI Law

    Transition ends for existing AI systems (general)

    Existing AI systems in most sectors must comply (12-month transition).

    Transitionin 5 monthsSource

September 20271 deadline

  1. Vietnam AI Law

    Transition ends for existing AI systems in health, education and finance

    Existing AI systems in healthcare, education and finance must comply (18-month transition).

    Transitionin 11 monthsSource

Past deadlines

March 20261 deadline

  1. Vietnam AI Law

    AI Law takes effect

    Risk classification, transparency and labeling obligations apply to new AI systems.

    Takes effect7 months agoSource

January 20261 deadline

  1. Vietnam PDPL

    PDPL and Decree 356/2025 take effect

    Personal data protection obligations, DPIA/TIA filing and penalty framework apply; Decree 13/2023 replaced.

    Takes effect9 months agoSource

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