New Zealand’s Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) has issued a LoRaWAN GURL compliance reminder for LoRaWAN devices.
The notice does not introduce new rules. It does not change technical limits or licensing obligations.
Instead, RSM is reminding manufacturers, suppliers, integrators, and operators about existing requirements. LoRaWAN equipment must comply with the General User Radio Licence for Short Range Devices, or SRD GURL.
Reminder of Existing LoRaWAN GURL Conditions
RSM reminds stakeholders that all LoRaWAN transmissions must meet the applicable GURL conditions.
This includes regular data transmissions. It also includes device activation or join transmissions.
Devices using the European 868 MHz band plan often send join requests on:
- 868.1 MHz
- 868.3 MHz
- 868.5 MHz
Under New Zealand’s existing SRD GURL, these transmissions must not exceed 3 dBm EIRP.
RSM also refers to devices operating in the 915–928 MHz band. These devices must meet the relevant GURL conditions, including Special Condition 23.
These requirements are not new. The reminder aims to support compliance and prevent harmful interference.
Reminder for LoRaWAN Suppliers
RSM also reminds suppliers to check compliance before supplying LoRaWAN equipment in New Zealand.
Equipment must carry the required R-NZ radio label. Suppliers must also complete a Supplier Declaration of Conformity.
These responsibilities already form part of New Zealand’s radio compliance framework.
What the Reminder Means for Stakeholders
This LoRaWAN GURL compliance reminder does not represent a regulatory change. It does not create a new LoRaWAN framework.
Organizations with compliant equipment do not face any new obligation because of this notice.
However, stakeholders should review their devices and documentation. They should confirm compliance with the applicable frequency, power, labeling, and supplier requirements.
