Classic McEliece
A code-based key-encapsulation mechanism with large public keys but compact ciphertexts, notable as Germany's distinctive national preference among the code-based candidates.
Approved or recommended by
GermanyBSI
Recommendedmceliece460896 · mceliece6688128 · mceliece6960119
BSI TR-02102-1, Version 2026-01 →NetherlandsAIVD / CWI / TNO
PermittedAcceptable, not recommended, pending standardisation.
The PQC Migration Handbook, 2nd edition (Dec 2024) →MalaysiaCyberSecurity Malaysia (MySEAL)
Permittedmceliece 460896 · 6688128 · 6960119 · 8192128
AKSA MySEAL 2.1 Approved algorithm list →This page lists only jurisdictions we have researched and where a primary source names a position on Classic McEliece specifically. Absence from this list is not evidence a country prohibits or ignores it -- see that country's page directly.