MEXICO: The Importation Folios Have Come to an End
During the Covid-19 pandemic, different facilities were announced, such as being able to carry out the customs clearance of the merchandise subject to compliance with the NOM at its point of entry into the country, with the formal application form only, the facility was known through of the official publications: 414.2020.827414.2020.963 The authority formally informs […]
INDONESIA: Nomar 2 Tahun 2023, Use Of Radio Frequency Spectrum Based on Class Permit
The Ministry of Communication and Informatics published recently the Nomor 2, 2023. This ministerial regulation has the specific purpose to update previous regulations for the Use of Radio Frequency Spectrum per class permits. In line with technological developments, optimization of the use of radio frequency spectrum, and the allocation of additional spectrum that can be […]
SOUTH AFRICA: Update on the requirements for Short Range Devices to allow unlicensed use of the lower 6 GHz band
In May 23, 2023, the Independent Communications Authority Of South Africa, ICASA, published the Notice 1822 of 2023 which amends their Frequency Spectrum Regulations. This Annex is a very relevant instrument as it matches the allowed applications with frequency bands, max power and acceptable technical references and with this amendment, the authority made new entries […]
CANADA: Open Public Consultations on V2X and 3.8 GHz Broadband Equipment
The Engineering, Planning, and Standards Branch of ISED Canada opened public consultations on May 2023 on the following standards: For both public consultations, the regulator is seeking comments and suggestions for improving these standards. The deadline to receive contributions are July 14th and 28th respectively. Comments may be submitted via email to consultationradiostandards-consultationnormesradio@ised-isde.gc.ca Type Approval […]
CANADA: New Date For The Entry Into Force of RSS-HAC Issue 2
Early in May 2023, the Engineering, Planning, and Standards Branch of ISED Canada, notified that the standard for Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume control (RSS-HAC, Issue 2) has a new date of enforcement. On the Standard website, there is an announcement that “Manufacturers shall ensure that all radio apparatus that falls under this standard is […]
AUSTRALIA: LIPD Class Licence Consultation Outcomes
On May 23rd ACMA published the updated Low Interference Potential Devices Class Licence (LIPD) after the public consultation and contributions received. The LIPD Class Licence updates summary is below: Increasing the existing power limit and allowing outdoor operation for devices operating in the 5150–5250 MHz band Including a definition of ‘indoors’ Implementing out-of-band emission limits […]
ARGENTINA: Minor Update on ENACOM Label Requirements
In May 2023, the Argentinean ICT regulator, ENACOM, published an updated guideline of the label requirements applicable to radio and telecom products that are approved and registered as homologated devices. The label requirements were updated for the last time in 2020 when the RAMATEL logo was introduced. The new guideline was developed after hearing arguments […]
ARGENTINA: Country Welcomes WiFi 6E Technology
On May 16th, 2023, Argentina’s Minister of Economy, and the President of ENACOM (National Communications Agency), announced the full authorization of the spectrum in the 6 GHz band, from 5925 to 7125 MHz, for unrestricted use without a license. This position from the Argentinean authority is intended to favor the knowledge economy, assist small and […]
BAHAMAS: URCA Release on 5G Public Consultation
In accordance with URCA’s 2022 Annual Plan as set out in URCA Annual Report 2021 and Annual Plan 2022 URCA 03/2022 (“2022 Annual Plan”), URCA has recently completed a public engagement exercise with the aim of assessing the demand for enhanced internet connectivity, including 5G, services in The Bahamas and identifying current gaps and technological […]
PAPUA NEW GUINEA: NICTA Calls for Comments Over 2600 MHz and 3500MHz Band Plans and The Spectrum Assignment and Licensing Methodology
The National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) released a public consultation to the following topics: NICTA explains that after the public consultations and WRC23 will complete the update of the National Allocation Table. The comments on the consultations will be received until 7th June 2023 by email to consultation.spectrum@nicta.gov.pg Type Approval Impacted? NoSpectrum Impacted? […]