Three-Year Validity for MMDS Import–Export Licenses | Important Notice

A recent announcement from the the Department of Civil Cryptographic Management and Cryptographic Product Evaluation has drawn significant attention across the business community. Effective June 18, 2025, the validity of Civil Cryptographic product import–export licenses has been extended from one year to three years. This key regulatory update aims to simplify administrative procedures and bring tangible benefits to businesses engaged in import–export operations. What exactly does this change involve? What should businesses focus on? And how can you optimize the benefits of this new policy?

1. What the Department of Civil Cryptographic Management & Cryptographic Product Evaluation Officially Announced?

The Department of Civil Cryptographic Management and Cryptographic Product Evaluation has issued an official notice detailing the new validity period for import–export licenses covering civil cryptographic products:

“1. The validity of  the civil cryptography product import–export license has been extended from 12 to 36 months. In cases where a business already holds a valid cryptographic product license for less than 36 months, the new import–export license will match the remaining validity period of the existing license.
2. Effective date: June 18, 2025.”

Thus, beginning June 18, 2025, all newly issued licenses will have a three-year validity instead of just one year. This adjustment is intended to alleviate administrative burden and reduce costs and delays associated with annual license renewals.

2. What This Extension Means for Businesses

Switching from a 1-year to a 3-year license validity brings concrete advantages:

• Cost and time savings: No need for annual renewals, reducing paperwork, fees, and wait‑times.
• Greater strategic flexibility: Longer license validity supports more effective long-term planning for imports, distribution, and sales.
• Reduced interruption risk: Avoid lapses or delays in renewal that could disrupt business operations.
• Stronger credibility with partners and clients: A longer license signifies stability and trustworthiness in international trade.

3. ExtendMax’s CCP License Support Services

Drawing on extensive experience in IT import compliance, ExtendMax is proud to be one of Vietnam’s leading advisors for CCP licensing and IT security certifications.

With a core team of legal, cryptography, and information‑security experts, ExtendMax offers comprehensive support in:

• Assessing product technical specifications to determine whether a license is required.
• Developing appropriate legal strategies, even for products not requiring licensing, to ensure smooth customs clearance.

Why Choose ExtendMax?

• Recognized internationally with awards like SME100 Asia and Stevie Awards.
• CEO Trần Thanh Phương is a premier legal authority in Vietnam on civil cryptography licensing, conformity certification, and IT-sector compliance.

Our Step‑by‑Step Support Process:

1. Initial assessment: Analyze your current status versus licensing requirements; provide corrective actions if needed.
2. Documentation assistance: Collect information, review, and prepare complete files—cryptography technical plans, security and business strategies, and other relevant documentation according to regulatory standards.
3. Legal advice for non‑licensed products: Offer legal rationale and customs declaration guidance to ensure fast, compliant import processes.

With deep expertise, a standardized methodology, and a strong commitment to your success, ExtendMax remains your trusted partner in civil cryptography and IT licensing matters.