Burundi Enforces New Telecom Type Approval Rules
Burundi Telecom Type Approval Rules Redefined The Government of Burundi has enacted Ordonnance Ministérielle No. 580/01.1, issued on 17 April 2025, establishing new requirements for the approval, sale, and use of radio and telecommunications terminal equipment. This ordinance was reinforced by an official communiqué from ARCT (Agence de Régulation et de Contrôle des Télécommunications), dated […]
India: Telecom Certification Rules Changed in 2025
India: Telecom Certification Rules Changed in 2025 The India telecom certification process underwent a major transformation on May 16, 2025, when the Ministry of Communications introduced a new framework under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The update, titled the Telecommunications (Framework to Notify Standards, Conformity Assessment and Certification) Rules, 2025, replaces outdated procedures from the Indian […]
Colombia Adds 5G Band 38 to Terminal Equipment Standards
Colombia Adds 5G Band 38 to Terminal Equipment Standards On June 11, 2025, Colombia’s Comisión de Regulación de Comunicaciones (CRC) released Circular 162 of 2025, introducing an important update to enable 5G Band 38 device certifications. This Regulatory Updates notice formally replaces Circular 155 of 2024 and revises the technical standards required for the homologation […]
Europe: New RED Update Revises Conformity Rules
Europe Revises Harmonised Standards in Latest EU RED Update On May 14, 2025, the European Commission published a significant amendment to Implementing Decision (EU) 2022/2191. This EU RED update introduces revisions and additions to harmonised standards that support compliance with the Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU). These changes reflect technological advancements and a push toward maintaining […]
Indonesia: Enables MRA with South Korea for Telecom
Indonesia South Korea Telecom MRA Comes Into Effect Indonesia has officially enforced the Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) with South Korea for telecommunications equipment testing laboratories as of May 27th, 2025. This major regulatory development is expected to reduce redundant testing procedures, enhance trade efficiency, and accelerate the telecom certification process for both countries. Understanding the […]
Taiwan Strengthens RF Equipment Rules for Trackers
Taiwan Strengthens RF Equipment Rules for Trackers The Taiwan RF Equipment Rules have been updated by the National Communications Commission (NCC), introducing stricter compliance obligations for certain device types. The revisions, effective from May 26, 2025, were officially published in the Executive Yuan Gazette Vol. 31, Issue 96. These changes address growing national concerns around […]
Chile: Short-Range Equipment Regulation Overhauled
The Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications of Chile has issued Exempt Resolution N° 737, significantly modifying the 2017 technical standard for short-range equipment. This update reflects a crucial shift in how the country handles certification and compliance for devices using 5G and IoT technologies. Why This Matters Chile has experienced a sharp rise in certification […]
Bermuda: Eases Type Approval for Wi-Fi Devices
New Bermuda Type Approval Policy in Effect Effective February 14, 2025, the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda introduced a significant regulatory shift regarding wireless device compliance. Under the updated guidelines, devices operating exclusively on Bluetooth and/or Wi-Fi are now exempt from individual type approval in Bermuda. This new Bermuda type approval exemption applies only if devices […]
Argentina: Satellite Spectrum Rules Change 2025
Argentina’s National Communications Entity (ENACOM) has introduced a significant regulatory update concerning the Argentina satellite spectrum. On April 30, 2025, through Resolution 640/2025, ENACOM redefined spectrum usage to reduce interference with Personal Communications Services (PCS). This change directly affects telecom and satellite operators operating within Argentina’s national network. Why the Argentina Satellite Spectrum Changes Matter […]
Mexico: IFT-017-2023 New Wireless Regulation
Mexico’s IFT-017-2023: New Wireless Communication Standards Mexico’s Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT) has officially published Disposición Técnica IFT-017-2023, a new technical standard regulating wireless communication systems. This long-awaited update ensures compliance for devices operating in specific frequency bands across the country. Key Frequency Bands Regulated The new standard applies to wireless communication systems in the following […]