A national commitment to sustainable AI, now operating as law.
The Framework Act on Artificial Intelligence Development and Trust (AI Basic Act) took full effect on January 22, 2026. If you operate high-impact AI or provide generative AI services in Korea, the question is no longer how to prepare. It is how to comply.
From National Assembly passage in 2024 to full enforcement in 2026, the AI Basic Act arrived on schedule. 2026 is a guidance period, but fines of up to 30 million KRW are already on the books.
Passed by the National Assembly
Promulgated as Act No. 20676
Enforcement decree notice and promulgation (Presidential Decree No. 36053), plus five government guidelines finalized
Amended as Act No. 21311, reorganizing the National AI Strategy Committee; some provisions take effect July 21, 2026
High-impact AI duties and generative AI transparency obligations now apply (guidance period of at least one year)
Understand the three regulatory areas aligned with the government's legal framework.
AI used in areas that can significantly affect people's lives, physical safety and fundamental rights (Art. 2(4); AI developed solely for defense or national security is exempt from the Act)
AI systems that generate text, images, video and other content
Content created by generative AI must be clearly labeled.
Safety obligations for large-scale model operators
Answer the questions below to check if your AI system is subject to regulation.
Download AI Basic Act materials and check the latest guidelines.
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