The National Accreditation Bureau (BoA) is the national body responsible for accrediting conformity assessment organizations in Vietnam. It operates under the Commission for Standards, Metrology and Quality of Viet Nam (STAMEQ). The organization was originally established under STAMEQ in 1995, later operated directly under the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) from 2009, and used the name Vietnamese Bureau of Accreditation (BoA) during that period. As of January 1, 2025, it has officially returned to STAMEQ and adopted its new name.

BoA plays a crucial role in ensuring that laboratories, inspection bodies, and certification bodies meet both national and international standards. Accreditation, unlike certification, is a process that evaluates whether these bodies are competent to perform specific conformity assessments. BoA provides accreditation in line with standards such as ISO/IEC 17025 for laboratories, ISO/IEC 17020 for inspection bodies, and ISO/IEC 17021-1 for certification bodies.

BoA is also a signatory to several international mutual recognition agreements, including those under the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC). These agreements allow BoA-accredited bodies to have their results recognized internationally, promoting global trade and reducing the need for redundant testing or certification processes. This recognition is critical for Vietnamese companies looking to expand their market reach beyond national borders, as it ensures that their products and services meet the necessary international standards.

Through its work, BoA helps ensure that both Vietnamese and foreign consumers can trust the quality and safety of products and services that have been tested or certified within the country. For more details, visit the official website of BoA.