Instructions on procedures for reissuing License to operate electronic press

Article overview

Reissue of License to operate electronic press is a step to ensure the continuous and legal operation of the press agency. This process creates an opportunity for press agencies to update information, reassess operations and adjust development strategies. The following article by Long Phan will provide detailed instructions, helping organizations carry out license re-issuance procedures smoothly and effectively.

Procedure for re-issuance of License to operate electronic press
Procedure for re-issuance of License to operate electronic press

Cases of re-issuance of License to operate electronic press

Pursuant to Clause 6, Article 18 of the Press Law 2016. Re-issuance of the License to operate electronic press activities is carried out in the following cases:

  • After 03 months for print and electronic newspapers, from the effective date of the press operation license, if the press agency is not established or does not have press products, the license will expire. The Ministry of Information and Communications issued a decision to revoke the license.
  • At least 30 days before the expected date of termination of operations, the press agency must notify in writing the Ministry of Information and Communications to revoke the press operation license and make announcements on the mass media.

Reissued by the competent authority

The Ministry of Information and Communications is the competent authority to re-issue License to operate electronic press. The press managing agency needs to send a written request for re-issuance of the license to the Ministry of Information and Communications if there is a need to re-issue the license.

Reference content at: Clause 6, Article 18 of the Press Law 2016.

Note about the competent authority when applying for a License reissue
Note about the competent authority when applying for a License reissue

Procedure for reissuing the License to operate electronic press

Profile components

The application for re-issuance of an electronic press operation license includes the following documents:

1. Application form for a license to operate an electronic newspaper according to Form No. 06 Decision 77/QD-BTTTT (On the announcement of administrative procedures to replace the field of journalism within the scope of management functions of the Ministry of Information and Communications);

2. Project for electronic newspaper activities (signed by a competent person and stamped or digitally signed by the agency or organization requesting the license) and accompanying documents, including the following contents:

  • Necessity and legal basis; demonstrate full satisfaction of the conditions specified in Article 17 of the Press Law 2016;
  • Structure and main content of specialized pages, sections of electronic newspapers, sections of specialized pages;
  • Domain name suitable for electronic newspaper name;
  • The ownership of the domain name must be valid for at least 06 months from the time of applying for a license;
  • Publishing process and content management;
  • Expected list of personnel of the electronic newspaper;
  • Curriculum vitae of the person expected to be the Editor-in-Chief;

3. The template presenting the home page interface of an electronic newspaper must display information as prescribed in Article 46 of the Press Law 2016, with confirmation from the agency or organization requesting the license.

  • The template presents the home page interface of the specialized site with confirmation from the agency or organization requesting the license.
  • The home page of a specialized page must display information as prescribed in Article 46 of the Press Law 2016, in which: The name of the specialized page clearly shows the phrase “specialized page” with a font size at least 1/2 of the font size of the page. The name of the specialized page and the name of the electronic newspaper must have a font size at least 1/2 of the font size of the specialized page name.

Legal basis: Serial number 5 Section A List 1 Part I Decision 77/QD-BTTTT; Article 23, Article 10 Circular 41/2020/TT- BTTTT.

Implementation steps

The process for reissuing an electronic press operation license includes two main steps:

  • Step 1: The press agency re-issues the license to operate an electronic newspaper. The media management agency prepares a set of documents to request the re-issue of the License to operate electronic press and sends it directly, via the postal system or electronic portal to the Ministry of Information and Communications.
  • Step 2: Within 90 days from the date of receipt of complete and valid documents, the Ministry of Information and Communications is responsible for issuing and re-issuing License to operate electronic press; In case of refusal, it must be notified in writing and clearly state the reason.

Legal basis: Serial number 5 Section A List 1 Part I Decision 77/QD-BTTTT; Article 23, Article 10 Circular 41/2020/TT- BTTTT.

Steps to apply for a license to operate electronic press
Steps to apply for a license to operate electronic press

Consulting and support for re-issuing the License to operate electronic press in Long Phan

Long Phan provides professional consulting and support services during the process of applying for an electronic press license. With extensive experience and understanding of administrative procedures, Long Phan is committed to supporting customers in carrying out procedures quickly and effectively.

Long Phan’s consulting and support services include:

  • Advise and answer all related questions about reissuing the License to operate electronic press activities.
  • Support in reviewing documents and ensuring the completeness and accuracy of applications for license re-issuance.
  • Support in drafting necessary documents in the application, including declarations, electronic newspaper activity projects, and other documents.
  • Representing customers in working with state agencies.
  • Advise on the optimal solution for reissuing a license, especially in case there are changes in content compared to the old license.
  • Monitor application processing progress and return results to customers.

Re-issuing the License to operate electronic press is an opportunity for press agencies to affirm their position and continue to develop in the field of digital media.

With professional support from Long Phan, customers can rest assured about the license re-issuance process, focusing on improving content quality and developing readership. Please contact Long Phan immediately via hotline 0906735386 for detailed advice and dedicated support throughout the process of reissuing the License to operate electronic press.