Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Services – Vietnam
Whether you are at the planning, feasibility, or pre-construction stage, K2A Management can guide your project through Vietnam’s environmental approval process efficiently and professionally.
K2A Management provides end-to-end Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services in Vietnam, supporting project owners, developers, and investors in achieving regulatory approval, environmental compliance, and sustainable project delivery.
Our Vietnam EIA services are delivered in full alignment with the Law on Environmental Protection (2020) and Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP, ensuring that projects meet the requirements of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) or the relevant Provincial Departments of Natural Resources and Environment (DONRE).
EIA Regulatory Framework in Vietnam
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in Vietnam is governed by a structured legal and regulatory framework designed to ensure that development projects are planned and implemented in an environmentally responsible manner. The primary legal basis for EIA is the Law on Environmental Protection (2020), supported by implementing regulations, most notably Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP and relevant technical guidelines.
Under this framework, investment projects are required to undergo environmental screening at an early stage to determine the appropriate level of environmental assessment. Projects are classified into Group I, Group II, Group III, or Group IV based on their environmental risk, scale, location, and type of activity.
Environmental Project Classification and Study Requirements
EIA Vietnam is a complex, risk-based regulatory framework that requires careful project classification, technical justification, and strict alignment with national and provincial authority expectations. Successful approval depends not only on documentation, but on accurate interpretation of regulations, sector-specific impacts, and regulator review practices.
EIA projects in vietnam are classified as:
Group I (High Environmental Risk):
Projects with significant potential environmental impacts, such as industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, energy facilities, and projects involving hazardous substances. These projects must prepare a Full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and obtain approval before implementation.
Group II (Medium Environmental Risk):
Projects that may require either a Full EIA or an Environmental License, depending on environmental sensitivity, emissions, and location.
Group III (Low Environmental Risk):
Projects generally subject to an Environmental License, without the need for a Full EIA.
Group IV (Very Low Environmental Risk):
Projects requiring only Environmental Registration.
Correct classification is critical, as submission of an incorrect study type may result in rejection, delays, or additional regulatory requirements during appraisal.
Vietnamese authorities place strong emphasis on practical, implementable mitigation measures, clarity of commitments, and alignment with local environmental conditions. Well-prepared EIAs not only facilitate approval but also serve as a key compliance reference during inspections, licensing, and future expansions.
K2A Management supports clients in navigating this regulatory framework by ensuring that EIA studies are accurately classified, technically sound, and aligned with regulator expectations, minimizing approval risks and supporting sustainable project development in Vietnam.
