Has ISO 9001:2026 Been Released? Latest Progress Update

Last updated: July 7, 2026

Has ISO 9001:2026 Been Released? Has ISO 9001:2026 been released? This is a question many businesses are asking as the revised version of the world’s most popular quality management standard enters its final stages of completion.

As of July 2026, ISO 9001:2026 has not yet been officially released. The standard is currently at the FDIS (Final Draft International Standard) stage and will be issued upon the completion of the voting, approval, and publication process by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

In this article, ARES Vietnam provides the latest progress updates on ISO 9001:2026 and clarifies whether businesses should wait for the new version before implementing or maintaining their ISO 9001 certification.

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Latest Progress of the ISO 9001:2026 Revision

ISO 9001:2026 is the revised version of ISO 9001:2015, developed to update quality management system requirements in response to shifts in the business environment, digital transformation, risk management, and sustainable development.

Currently, the ISO 9001 revision process has completed most critical stages and is in the final step before official release. Per the current status, the standard is at the FDIS (Final Draft International Standard) stage.

Summary of Progress

Stage	Status
Working Draft (WD)	Completed
Committee Draft (CD)	Completed (Feedback collected)
Draft International Standard (DIS)	Completed
Final Draft International Standard (FDIS)	Currently in voting stage
Official Version	Expected release in 2026*

Note: The release date is subject to change based on the voting results from member nations and the official publication schedule by ISO.

If your business wishes to learn more about the anticipated changes in the new version, please refer to the article “ISO 9001:2026 – Key Changes and Preparation Roadmap for Businesses” by ARES Vietnam.

Why Has ISO 9001:2026 Not Yet Been Issued?

After completing the FDIS draft, the standard must undergo a final voting and approval process by member nations before it can be officially released by ISO.

Should Businesses Wait for ISO 9001:2026?

The short answer is: No, you should not.

At this time, continuing to implement or maintain ISO 9001:2015 remains the appropriate course of action, as it is still the only version used for assessment and certification worldwide.

Businesses should keep the following points in mind:

ISO 9001:2015 remains the valid basis for assessment and certification until ISO 9001:2026 is issued and official transition guidelines are provided.
ISO has not yet announced the transition roadmap between ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 9001:2026. Specific requirements regarding transition timelines will be announced following the release of the new version.
Based on precedents from previous versions, businesses will likely be granted a transition period (typically around 3 years) once the new standard is officially published by ISO and the IAF.
Implementing ISO 9001:2015 now is not a waste of resources; rather, it helps businesses build a solid quality management foundation, which will reduce the time, costs, and resources required when transitioning to the new version.

Thay vì chờ đợi, doanh nghiệp nên tiếp tục vận hành và cải tiến hệ thống quản lý chất lượng hiện có, đồng thời chủ động theo dõi các thông báo chính thức để sẵn sàng cho lộ trình chuyển đổi trong thời gian tới.

Instead of waiting, businesses should continue to operate and improve their existing quality management systems while proactively monitoring official announcements to be fully prepared for the upcoming transition roadmap.

Where Can You Track Official Updates on ISO 9001:2026?

To stay accurately updated on the progress of the new version, businesses should monitor information from official ISO sources. These channels publish details regarding standard development stages, voting status, and the anticipated release date.

Key official reference sources include:

ISO – International Organization for Standardization
ISO/TC 176 – Quality Management and Quality Assurance
Information page on the ISO/FDIS 9001

Please note that announcements from ISO and ISO/TC 176 serve as the most official and reliable sources of information regarding the status of the ISO 9001 revision.

Additionally, ARES Vietnam will regularly provide updates on revision progress, transition roadmaps, and critical information related to ISO 9001:2026 to help businesses access information quickly, accurately, and conveniently.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Question	Short Answer
1. Must businesses transition immediately after ISO 9001:2026 is released?	No. ISO and the IAF will announce an official transition roadmap after the standard is published. Businesses will be granted a transition period to update their systems in accordance with the new requirements.
2. Do businesses currently certified to ISO 9001:2015 have to go through the entire certification process again?	Typically, no. Businesses will generally undergo a transition process as guided by their certification body, rather than having to rebuild and re-audit their entire system from scratch.
3. Which businesses should monitor the progress of ISO 9001:2026?	All businesses that are currently applying or planning to implement ISO 9001 should monitor the progress, especially those in manufacturing, export, and international supply chains.
4. Will the cost of transitioning to ISO 9001:2026 be higher than ISO 9001:2015?	There is no official regulation on this yet. Costs will depend on the specific requirements of the new version, the organization’s current level of readiness, and the policies of the certification body.
5. Is it necessary to retrain personnel once ISO 9001:2026 is released?	Yes. Businesses should update and train relevant personnel on the new requirements to ensure the system is effectively transitioned and operated.

Stay Updated on ISO 9001:2026 Progress with ARES Vietnam

As of July 2026, ISO 9001:2026 has not yet been officially released, and ISO 9001:2015 remains the effective version for application and certification worldwide.

Businesses do not need to delay the development or maintenance of their quality management systems while waiting for the new version. Instead, businesses should continue to operate and improve their systems in accordance with ISO 9001:2015, while closely monitoring official announcements to proactively prepare for the future transition roadmap.

ARES Vietnam will continue to update this article as soon as ISO releases the latest information regarding the release progress and transition roadmap for ISO 9001:2026, ensuring that your business always has access to accurate, timely, and reliable information.