Holiday Leave for Regulatory Agencies, Essential Type Approval Updates of the Year + 12 New Country Updates
Top Update: Holiday Closures for Regulatory Agencies
As the holiday season approaches, many regulatory agencies around the world observe scheduled closures that may impact business operations and regulatory processes. To help you stay informed and plan accordingly, we’ve compiled the official closure dates for agencies in Brazil, Costa Rica, India, and Mexico. Continue Reading.?
Belarus: Updated Energy Efficiency Requirements Effective January 2025
Belarus will require mandatory conformity approval and Certificates of Conformity for four product groups under updated energy efficiency standards, ensuring compliance until EAEU regulations are implemented. Continue Reading.?
Brazil: Anatel Publishes Cybersecurity Audit Guidelines for Equipment Suppliers
On November 26, 2024, Anatel released Operational Procedure Act No. 16417, detailing cybersecurity auditing requirements for telecom equipment suppliers based on stakeholder recommendations. Continue Reading.
Egypt: New Radio Spectrum Guidelines for Short-Range Devices Released
Egypt’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) released updated Radio Spectrum Guidelines for Short-Range Devices (SRDs), version 1.3. These guidelines outline the regulatory and technical parameters for SRD usage, including frequency allocations, power limits, channel spacing, modulation bandwidth, and duty cycles. Continue Reading.
India: Important Implementation Guidelines for IS 302 (Part 1) for Electrical Appliances
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has updated IS 302 (Part 1): 2008, now replaced with IS 302 (Part 1): 2024/IEC 60335-1:2020. This revision aligns with global standards for electrical appliances. The old standard will remain valid until?February 23, 2025, after which compliance with the revised version will be mandatory for all stakeholders, including manufacturers and licensees. Continue Reading.?
Saudi Arabia: USB Type-C Standardization Begins in 2025
Starting January 1, 2025, the first phase of a new regulation requiring USB Type-C as the unified charging port will take effect in Saudi Arabia. This initiative aims to standardize charging ports for mobile phones and electronic devices.?Continue Reading.
Japan: New Technical Standards for Wireless Power Transfer Systems
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) has announced a partial amendment to the Ordinances for Enforcement of the Radio Act. This update introduces technical requirements for Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) systems operating in the 6.7 MHz band to support transport robots in logistics and manufacturing. Continue Reading.?
Eswatini: Proposed Decision on 2G and 3G Network Retirement
The Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCCOM) has released a draft decision to retire legacy mobile telecommunications networks (2G and 3G) as part of its commitment to modernizing the country’s telecommunications sector. The proposal, stemming from Section 38 of the ESCCOM Act (2013), also includes guidelines for spectrum allocation under the National Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP) and updates on commercial 5G deployments. Continue Reading.?
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Serbia: New Rulebooks for Electronic Communications and Radio Frequency Spectrum
Serbia has introduced two new rulebooks aimed at enhancing the management and security of electronic communication networks and radio frequency spectrum. These regulations came into effect on November 15, 2024.? Continue Reading.?
Argentina: New QR Code Standards for Safety Products?
Argentina has introduced updated guidelines and standards for safety product certification, including QR code implementation and the new Conformity Mark. The new guidelines affect how manufacturers and importers certify products under technical regulations. Continue Reading.
Turkmenistan: Exploring 5G Network Deployment
At the 17th international exhibition “Türkmentel – 2024″ held in Ashgabat, Huawei announced its ongoing discussions on the potential deployment of 5G networks in Turkmenistan. The company is currently focused on installing GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) systems across the country to strengthen its digital infrastructure.?Continue Reading.
Azerbaijan: Approval of New Frequency Band Usage for WAS and RLAN
Azerbaijan has approved the use of the 5945-6425 MHz radio frequency band for Wireless Access Systems (WAS), including Radio Local Area Networks (RLAN).? Continue Reading.
Qatar: Updated Class License for Short-Range Devices
The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has released the fifth version of the Class License for Short-Range Devices, incorporating feedback from a recent public consultation with stakeholders. The key changes include new frequency bands with expanded options for accommodating a wider range of devices and applications and enhancing power limits for increased flexibility in transmit power to support modern device capabilities.? Continue Reading.??
Essential Global Type Approval Updates of the Year
As the year wraps up and product renewals come due, we’ve highlighted the top updates related to certificate validity and renewal periods reported on this year.
Oman – All type approval certificates will now have a fixed term of four years. Certificates issued in 2020 or earlier must be renewed immediately to stay valid. Effective August 2024. Continue Reading.
Trinidad & Tobago – Type approval certificates will now have a 5-year validity instead of indefinite validity. Effective January 2024. Continue Reading.
Jordan – Certificates are now valid for 1 year, with updates to test report requirements, modification applications, exempted products, and labeling rules. Effective September 2024. Continue Reading.
Malawi – New type approval regulations include label and design specifications, with the 2023 Communications Regulations officially launched. Effective December 1, 2024, respectively. Continue Reading.
Nigeria – Updates emphasize enhanced cybersecurity requirements and detailed labeling design and placement specifications.?Continue Reading.
Tanzania – Updated labeling standards for electronic communications equipment (ECE) will include display methods, label types, and design principles. Effective March 2024. Continue Reading.
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