Fire Safety Approval for Vietnam Industrial Factories (2026)

Why Should Investors Pay Attention to the New Fire Safety Regulations?

Fire prevention and firefighting (PCCC) compliance is a mandatory requirement for factories constructed within industrial parks before they can commence operations.

Since 2025, Vietnam has introduced significant changes to its fire safety legal framework through the Law on Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue No. 55/2024/QH15, Decree No. 105/2025/ND-CP, and subsequent administrative reform policies. These regulations affect project developers, factory owners, and tenants operating within industrial parks.

Understanding these requirements helps investors minimize legal risks, avoid construction delays, and ensure timely project completion.

Is Fire Safety Design Approval Required for Every Factory?

Not necessarily.

Under the Law on Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue 2024 and Decree No. 105/2025/ND-CP, only projects and facilities listed in Appendix III of the Decree are subject to mandatory fire safety design appraisal or approval by the competent authorities.

Before starting construction, investors should determine whether their project falls within the regulated categories in order to follow the appropriate approval procedures.

What Fire Safety Documents Should a Factory Maintain?

For facilities subject to fire safety management, documentation generally includes:

• Fire safety design documents or approval certificates (where applicable).
• Fire protection system completion records.
• Firefighting and rescue plans.
• Internal fire safety regulations.
• Maintenance records for fire protection equipment.
• Periodic inspection records.
• Fire safety training records for on-site personnel.
• Other documents required under Decree No. 105/2025/ND-CP.

Proper document management is essential throughout the factory's operation to facilitate inspections by competent authorities.

New Regulations on Fire Safety Acceptance

One of the most notable changes is the simplification of administrative procedures.

According to Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP, from 1 July 2026 to 28 February 2027, certain projects that have already obtained fire safety design approval but have not yet completed fire safety acceptance under previous regulations may be exempt from the fire safety acceptance procedure within the scope specified by the Resolution.

However, this transitional policy does not apply to every construction project. Investors should carefully determine whether their project qualifies before relying on this simplified procedure.

Key Considerations for Factory Developers

When constructing factories within industrial parks, investors should:

• Determine whether the project requires fire safety appraisal or approval.
• Design fire protection systems in accordance with current technical regulations.
• Prepare complete legal documentation.
• Establish on-site firefighting teams and emergency response plans.
• Ensure all legal conditions are satisfied before commencing operations.

Proper planning from the early design stage can significantly reduce approval time and construction costs.

What About Businesses Leasing Existing Factories?

Even when leasing a ready-built factory, businesses should verify:

• Fire safety legal documentation.
• Operational condition of fire alarm and firefighting systems.
• Maintenance records.
• Suitability of existing systems for the intended manufacturing process.
• Responsibilities of both landlord and tenant under the lease agreement.

These considerations are particularly important for industries such as food processing, electronics, precision engineering, plastics, chemicals, and logistics.

How Can Supply Source Help?

Supply Source supports domestic companies and foreign investors by providing:

• Factory selection based on fire safety compliance.
• Legal due diligence.
• Industrial park investment consulting.
• Coordination with industrial park developers.
• Assistance with factory leasing, acquisition, and expansion projects.

Conclusion

Vietnam's regulations governing fire safety design approval and acceptance for industrial factories have been substantially updated to improve regulatory efficiency while simplifying administrative procedures. Investors should stay informed about the Law on Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue 2024, Decree No. 105/2025/ND-CP, and related implementing regulations to ensure legal compliance and avoid unnecessary project delays.

References

• Law on Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue No. 55/2024/QH15.
• Decree No. 105/2025/ND-CP detailing the implementation of the Law on Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue.
• Guidance issued by the Fire Prevention and Rescue Police Department on fire safety design appraisal and acceptance inspection.
• Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP on administrative procedure reform in the fire safety sector.