Ministry of InteriorCompliance requirements

Requirements forsecurity CCTV installation

These requirements are taken from the official security conditions document for surveillance system installation. Review them before installation or before submitting a compliance certificate request.

Conditions & requirements

Surveillance system installation requirements

List of security conditions and requirements for installing a surveillance system under the Ministry of Interior document.

Camera locations and site plan

  • Camera locations on site must match the site plan (croqui) drawing.
  • Camera locations must match the positions specified in the conditions document.
  • Cameras must not be installed in prohibited areas.

Camera specifications and live view

  • Cameras must be color cameras.
  • Cameras must be visible and not concealed.
  • Camera resolution must be at least 2MP.
  • Cameras must include motion detection and tamper alarm tracking.
  • Live view must be at least 30 frames per second per camera.
  • Cameras must include IR light filtering with automatic switch to monochrome night imaging when visible light fades.

Recording and retention

  • Video recorder resolution must be at least Full HD 1080p.
  • Recording retention must be at least 31 days.

Display screens and control stations

  • Display screens must be designed for continuous operation 24/7/365.
  • Display and video recording device resolution must be at least Full HD 1080p.
  • Screens at operation stations must be at least 21 inches.

Cabling and network

  • Cabling used must meet at least high-quality copper CAT6 minimum.
  • All system connections must be secured against tampering or accidental disconnection, with attention to appearance when cabling.
  • Exposed cabling must be protected with plastic conduits indoors and metal conduits outdoors.
  • A dedicated private network must be built and used only for security systems.

Signage and notice

  • Standard visible warning signs must be placed at main facility entrances and inside elevators to notify that security surveillance is in use.

Maintenance contract

  • A valid maintenance contract must be in place.
Learn about maintenance contracts

Ready to apply for the certificate?

After confirming these requirements are met, you can submit a CCTV compliance certificate request through the official form.