Vietnam has announced that it will officially join the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) starting January 1, 2026, aligning with international efforts to curb carbon emissions in air travel.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Construction to inform the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) of the country’s intent to join the scheme.
The move “reflects Vietnam’s commitment to mitigating the aviation sector’s impact on climate change,” according to a government statement, published last week on the website of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.
CORSIA, launched by ICAO in 2016, aims to achieve carbon-neutral growth in international aviation through market-based measures.
Countries opting into the voluntary phase, which ends in 2026, must notify ICAO by June 30 of the prior year.
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Initial estimates suggest that Vietnam’s aviation industry could spend between USD 5.6 million and USD 37.5 million annually on carbon credits once enrolled.
This step reinforces Vietnam’s broader climate goals and supports policies promoting sustainable aviation fuel, particularly in line with the European Union’s frameworks.
To prepare, CAAV has already implemented a Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) system for carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from international flights and issued regulations for fuel use and emissions tracking.
It has also engaged with other ministries to develop national strategies and address challenges.
CORSIA’s mandatory phase will begin in 2027, and Vietnam’s early participation signals its readiness to take part in global climate governance and support sustainable aviation development.
