As of November 7th 2025, the IFT-017-2023 Technical Provision published on the DOF (Diario Oficial de la Federación) is in effect and being enforced in Mexico.

Radiocommunication systems that use wireless access, local area radio networks, and radiocommunication equipment utilizing digital modulation technique that operate in the bands listed below now require IFT-017 testing as part of the homologation process in Mexico:

• 5150 MHz-5250 MHz
• 5250 MHz-5350 MHz
• 5470 MHz-5600 MHz
• 5650 MHz-5725 MHz
• 5725 MHz-5850 MHz
• 5925 MHz-6425 MHz

Please contact LARCG to obtain the required testing and certifications for your products going to Mexico.

On July 17^th, 2025, The Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF) published that the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFETEL) will be dissolved and its operations and functions be transferred to the Digital Transformation and Telecommunications Agency (Agencia de Transformación Digital y Telecomunicaciones).

This new legislation will be of public record and establishes regulation for the use and allocation of the radio spectrum, public telecommunications networks, deployment and access to active and passive infrastructure, as well as orbital (satellite) resources.

Although the resources of the Institute (IFETEL) will be transferred to the Agency for Digital Transformation and Telecommunications, matters and procedures currently in process with IFETEL will continue to be processed by that Agency.  As of the date of the decree, however, all formalities and procedures are suspended for 60 working days.

Please contact LARCG on how this affects your certifications in Mexico.

Starting April 6, 2025, ANATEL will only certify cell phones and access terminal stations compatible with more modern technologies.  Moving forward, 2G or 3G equipment must also be compatible with 4G or higher technologies.

Equipment with 2G and 3G technology may receive ANATEL certification only if they also have 4G or higher technology.

Please contact LARCG for more information about your cellular devices for Brazil.

ANATEL (National Telecommunications Agency in Brazil) has recently notified according to Resolution No. 715, Article 53, stating that Certificates of Conformities will be canceled after 180 days of suspension if non-conformities are not fixed, or if the justification provided is not accepted by the Accredited Body (OCD) in Brazil.

For renewals:

• ANATEL will no longer process renewal requests for certificates that have been expired for more than six months.
• If the renewal deadline is missed, applicants will be required to apply for a new certification, which will result in the issuance of a new ANATEL ID and likely will require new testing.

This update emphasizes the importance of timely ANATEL renewals to avoid new testing and additional fees associated with the process.

LARCG tracks renewals for your certifications in Brazil and will advise of upcoming expiration dates.  Please contact us for additional information on this update.

On August 16, 2023, Argentina’s telecom regulator ENACOM published Resolution 1132/2023, introducing new technical standards for Frequency Hopping and Broadband systems.  Specific testing methods for Bluetooth, WiFi, DSSS and FHSS interfaces have been implemented which permit testing and registration of WiFi 6 devices operating in the 5925-7125 MHz frequency band.

–ENACOM technical standard ENACOM-Q2-63.03 V23.1

• Describes specific testing methods for Frequency Hopping measurement and compliance with technical requirements.
• Additionally, there is a new antenna declaration requirement for submissions
• Acceptance of Radiated Testing measurements for cases where conducted test measurements cannot be made.

–Updates to Broadband Digital Modulation Systems fall under ENACOM-Q2-63.02 V23.1.

• The 5925-7125 MHz frequency band has now been regulated so equipment implementing WiFi 6E can now be properly tested and approved.
• Requirement for antenna declaration
• Radiated testing will be accepted for EUTs where conducted testing is not possible.

Although these new resolutions went into effect August 16th, local laboratories are still in the process of expanding their capabilities to accommodate the new standards.  As such, ENACOM has granted a 3 month grace period where approvals may be submitted under the legacy testing protocols.

For more information about these new resolutions, or if you have any questions pertaining to existing or upcoming approval requests, please contact LARCG.

Resolution 756/23 to formally allocate the 6GHz (5925-7125 GHz) band was published by ENACOM on May 24, 2023.

The 6 GHz band is now available for Wi-Fi operation in Argentina. 5925-7125GHz may be utilized by Access Points with a maximum EIRP of 30 dBm and a maximum EIRP spectral density of 5 dBm/MHz.  Client Devices may operate with a maximum EIRP of 24 dBm and a maximum EIRP spectral density of  -1 dBm/MHz.  Operation is restricted to inside buildings (indoor use) only, and is prohibited in vehicles (cars, trains, boats and planes).  However, operation of the equipment will be allowed in aircraft flying above 10,000 feet.

If you have any questions regarding Wi-Fi 6 in Argentina, please contact LARCG for additional information.

Updates from IFETEL under Third Transitory of the Modification to the PEC IFT

IFETEL is now accepting the “Certificado Unico” which combines the IFETEL testing certificates (NOM-208, NOM-221, SAR, etc. – normally acquired individually) into one comprehensive certificate.

Mexico Certification Bodies are no longer issuing the older type of testing certificates and will only be issuing the “Unico” certificates which will be used to apply for IFETEL approval and certification.

Testing will continue as normal, each test under the specific IFETEL telecom norm, however the tests reports will be combined to generate one certificate.

There is no impact on importation to Mexico, the Certificado Unico will now be used in lieu of the individual NOM-208 and NOM-221 certs.

NOM Safety certificates will still be issued as normal.

Please contact LARCG for more information on this IFETEL update.

Updates from SUBTEL in Chile under Resolution 2844

Resolution 1985 has been revised under Resolution 2844 with the following changes:
Medical devices now have a maximum EIRP at 1W
Vehicle Radars operating at 76 GHz – 77 GHz now have a maximum EIRP at 50 dBm
Wi-Fi 6E frequencies are now restricted to 5.925 to 6.425 MHz
Please contact LARCG for more information regarding the recent changes in Chile.

On December 27, 2021 Diario Oficial de Mexico published new updates being implemented with IFETEL.

Mexico has wanted to see certificates with the name of the importer as legal rep since February of last year, however this is getting pulled back with the modifications to the Conformity Assessment Procedure in matters of Telecommunications and Broadcasting.  We can again provide neutral 3rd party legal rep with any importer or distributor utilizing the certificate for importation of products to Mexico.

If you don’t have a local Mexico office, we can provide certificate holder service (legal rep) to accommodate the certification process.  These changes will also allow us to list the importers/distributors on the IFETEL, NOM-208, and NOM-221 certificates.

Sample requirements for in-country testing have also been reduced.

Please contact us for more information on these upcoming changes to the IFETEL certification process.

On April 30, 2021, Costa Rica’s telecom regulator, the Superintendencia de Telecomunicaciones (SUTEL), published updates to their National Frequency Attribution Plan (or PNAF for Plan Nacional de Atribución de Frecuencias).

Notable changes to the PNAF:

• The entire 902-940 MHz band is now available for unlicensed use
• • Maximum output power: 24 dBm
  • Maximum Equivalent Radiated Isotropic Power (EIRP): 30 dBm

• The 5875-5925 MHz and 5925-7125 MHz bands are now available for unlicensed use (important for WiFi 6E)

• • Maximum output power: 24 dBm
  • Maximum Equivalent Radiated Isotropic Power (EIRP): 30 dBm

• The 76-81 GHz band is now available for unlicensed use for vehicle radar products

The official announcement can be found here.

Please contact LARCG for more information.

Starting on February 26, 2021, new IFETEL regulation requiring all NOM-208, NOM-221, and NOM-196 certificates be issued in the name of the local Mexican importer/distributor/seller that will be importing the products to Mexico. This means the certificates will be non-transferable and only valid for use by the Legal Representative company listed on the certificate.

In-country testing and test reports in the name of the Legal Rep will be required to apply for the required certifications.

NOM-208 applies to any wireless products operating in the following frequencies bands:
902-928 MHz
2400-2483.5 MHz
5725-5850 MHz

NOM-221 applies to all products containing cellular technologies (2G/3G/4G)
NOM-196 applies to products with an internal PSTN modem

Other notable updates include SAR testing and the removal of ‘Modular’ IFETEL approval as an acceptable means of new certification (unless identifying all end devices up front).  Existing ‘Modular’ certificates will remain valid until further notice.

We can continue to provide legal rep for NOM Safety certificates and obtain Extensions in your importer/distributor/seller’s name.

Please contact LARCG to help navigate the implementation of the upcoming changes in Mexico.

On October 22, 2020, Chile published Resolution 1807, which updates items in Resolution 1985.

– The allowed output power for the band 5150 to 5250 MHz is 1W and the max radiated power density cannot exceed 17 mW/MHz

– Access Points which operate in 5925 to 7125 MHz (indoor use only) have max EIRP 30 dBm and max spectral density 5 dBm/MHz

– Low power Access Point equipment can only utilize integrated antennas, although can have connectors for additional external antennas.

– Access points can’t function using batteries, or have space inside where batteries would be installed

– User equipment which connect to low power Access Points will have max EIRP 24 dBm, and max spectral density 1 dBm/MHz

Please contact LARCG for more information on these updates.

On August 12th 2020 Argentina’s regulatory body, ENACOM, officially released Resolution No. 854/2020, which introduces changes to the labeling requirements of former CNC Resolution 82/2015.

The changes were made to reflect the RAMATEL name, which is the formal name of ENACOM’s approval registry.

While the new regulation is effective immediately, ENACOM has granted a two (2) year period for manufacturers to implement the new labeling on all new products.

For renewals and previously approved products, updating to the new label design is voluntary. These products can keep the original labeling design used during their original ENACOM approval.

An exception from labeling directly on the product may be granted in cases where:

• Construction, size and/or packaging of the products make it difficult to label
• The product will be installed inside a vehicle, allowing the marking to be printed within the onboard vehicle user manuals.

Please contact LARCG with any questions regarding the labeling update and certifications in Argentina

Mexico has postponed the implementation of NOM-001-SCFI-2018 for three months.

The new Safety NOM, which will replace the current NOM-001-SCFI-1993, was scheduled to take effect on May 15, 2020, however it will now be officially delayed until August 14, 2020.

The new NOM-001-2018 establishes updated testing procedures for electrical safety tests.

Products can be certified under the existing NOM-001-SCFI-1993 up until the new NOM takes effect in August.  As usual, certificates will be issued with a one year validity, and then can be renewed under the new NOM-001-2018.

Please contact LARCG with questions about NOM Safety certification in Mexico.

Ato 2222 took effect on April 22, 2020 in Brazil.  With this act, products will no longer be classified by equipment “categories” (for example, Category I, II, or III).

All equipment undergoing ANATEL certification will now be classified under one of several “product types,” or tipo de produto, in Portuguese.

As was the case when products were certified by equipment category, certificates for each “product type” will also have a set validity period of either one (1), two (2), or indefinite (no expiration).

Here are some examples of the most common product types and their validity:

• Modem para Transceptor Digital (Digital Transceiver Modem)  –  2 years
• Telefone Móvel cellular (cellphone)  –  2 years
• Modem para TV a Cabo (Cable Modem)  –  1 year
• Plataforma Muli-serviço (Multi-service platform)  –  indefinite (does not expire)
• Equipamento de Rede Dados (Data Network Equipment)  –  indefinite (does not expire)

 User Manual and ISO certificate language requirements will still vary based on product type.

Please contact LARCG to learn more about ANATEL certification in Brazil.

More on Chile Type Approval

SUBTEL (Telecom regulatory agency in Chile) latest updates to Resolution 1985 EXTENTA occurred in May 2019.  It makes a number of modifications to the radiofrequency requirements for equipment operating in Chile.  Modifications include increase in power limits and addition/modification of frequency bands and their usage.

Below are the changes affecting equipment most commonly certified:

REMOVED from Resolution 1985 EXTENTA:
a) Portable transceivers
A3) Radiated emissions outside bands 902 to 928 MHz, 2,400 to 2,483.5 MHz and 5,725 to 5,875 MHz, except for the harmonics, must comply with the least attenuation that is between 50 dB below the level of the fundamental and a Field strength limit of 500 μV / m at a distance of 3 meters. For harmonics, the field strength of The emissions at a distance of 3 meters should not exceed 500 μV / m.

A5) In the frequency bands 902 to 928 MHz, 2,400 a 2,483.5 MHz and 5,725 to 5,875 MHz, the field strength of the emissions of the fundamental frequency, at a distance of 3 meters, should not exceed 50 mV / m. The intensity of maximum field of any emission shall not exceed average limits, previously indicated, in more than 20 dB under any modulation condition.

e)  Equipment for radio frequency identification (RFID)
In addition to the frequency bands mentioned above, RFID equipment may operate in the band 915 to 928 MHz, if they comply with the provisions of letter j.3), and in the bands 913 to 919 MHz and / or 925 to 928 MHz, if they comply with provided in letter j.4) of this article.

j) Other equipment:
Can also be used for inductive applications, the band 7,400 to 8,800 kHz with a field intensity that does not exceed 9 DbμA / m to 10 meters.

Updated in Resolution 1985 as of May 2019:
e) RFID  900 MHz frequencies Max Power:
915-928 MHz – 500 mW
913-919 MHz – 1000 mW
925-928 MHz – 1000 mW

j.1)  5150 -5250 MHz Max Power updated to 250 mW, up from 200 mW previously.

There are no new modifications to previous updates carried over from 2018  version of Resolution 1985 EXTENTA:
Section j.1) (WiFi, BT and other equipment using digital modulation techniques like DSSS, FHSS, DCS)

– 2.4GHz (2400-2483.5MHz) is now open for indoor and outdoor use up to 1 W of radiated power (previous limit was 150 mW EIRP).
– 5GHz (5150-5250 MHz) is now open for indoor use. Outdoor use for this band is not permitted.
– 5GHz (5250-5350 MHz) is now open for indoor and outdoor use up to 1 W of radiated power (previous limit was 150 mW EIRP).
– 5GHz (5470-5725 MHz) is now open for indoor and outdoor use up to 1 W of radiated power (previous limit was 150 mW EIRP).
– 5GHz (5725-5850 MHz) is now open for indoor and outdoor use up to 1 W of radiated power (previous limits were 150 mW EIRP inside buildings, and 50 mW EIRP outside buildings).

For all cases the following requirements apply regarding modulation: spread spectrum techniques with direct sequence or with frequency hopping, listen-before-talk, dynamic channel selection or other digital modulation techniques which work with a minimum bandwidth of 10 MHz and which permit sharing of frequencies.

These modifications widen the possibilities for certification of WiFi equipment. Still, for equipment exceeding the indicated power limits, Subtel requires them to be reconfigured to comply with the regulation, and Test Reports for the reconfigured devices need to be submitted to demonstrate compliance.

Section j.10) added for telemetry, monitoring and/or control equipment

– 169.4-169.475 MHz was added, with a limit up to 500 mW of radiated power.

Please contact LARCG to learn more about how these changes will affect the approval process for your equipment.

More on Brazil Type Approval

Anatel published Act 6506 regarding the new testing procedures for conformity assessment of restricted radio communications equipment as well as defining the process for transitioning to the new requirements.

As of Sept. 27, 2018, all approval processes must comply with ANATEL Act 14448, and radiated emissions & radiated RF immunity testing must be performed for the following types of equipment:

• Radio communications equipment
• General purpose radio equipment
• Restricted radiation transceiver
• Digital transceiver (and transmit-only)
• Transceivers for base stations
• Power line communications transceiver, narrow band
• Wireless microphones

Additional equipment types are included in this list for new mandatory testing.

Type approvals projects currently in process may be able to avoid the new testing requirement.  Contact LARCG for the full list of equipment and to find out how the requirement will affect your approvals process in Brazil.

More on Brazil Type Approval

The operation was based on reports of distributors who were commercializing products without an ANATEL logo or number that had not been homologated by the agency. Radios, transmitters, wi-fi routers, network cables and decoders for cable tv were found. Seventy-eight agents participated in the operation that covered 14 cities in 7 states. 15 total distributors with 230 different addresses were discovered. The surveillance of the operation was conducted from agency headquarters.

ANATEL says these products may cause interference with other services, such as the communication at airports with airplanes, for example. ANATEL warns that any consumer that purchases this equipment due to its lower cost, is committing an illegal act and will end up being the harmed party. It is ‘Penny-wise and pound-foolish’.

“We know that these products do not have the same quality of the products that go through the homologation process. It is very important that we create conscience, from the chain of distributors, to commercialize products in Brazil that have been homologated properly. There were no arrests. However, distributors who had their equipment seized by the agents can face lawsuits and penalties. “

For more details and information on how to approve products in Latin America and the Caribbean contact LARCG.

More on Chile Type Approval

The telecommunication regulator SUBTEL (Subsecretaria de Telecomunicaciones) has provided us with clarification on requirements regarding model names and modular approval in Chile.

The model of the equipment submitted for approval must be the same as the model mentioned in the existing test report used in the homologation process.

A Declaration of Similarity is no longer accepted in Chile. Variations of the model name is only accepted by SUBTEL if listed with the same model name in the test report (typically FCC or CE).

For more details and information on how to approve products in Chile, contact LARCG .

More on Mexico Type Approval

Mexico’s NOM-029-ENER-2017 published in October 2017 became effective on April 25, 2018. All external power supplies require this certification, which is obtained through test evaluation. The NOM-029-ENER-2017 is applicable for all power supplies intended to convert electrical voltage from alternating current (AC) to a single level of voltage or direct current (DC), and with a maximum output power that is less or equal to 250W.

In addition, power supplies that allow switching to manual output voltage levels, independent from the product, also require testing and certification. There are a few exceptions depending on characteristics of the power supplies which the NOM-029-ENER-2017 is not applicable.

Furthermore, when approving your electronic device under NOM-019-SCFI-1997 or NOM-001-SCFI-1993, its power supply will not require this additional certification.

Please contact LARCG for more information regarding the timeline of these and other requirements in Mexico, Latin America and Caribbean countries.

More on Brazil Type Approval

ANATEL published Act 2311 stating that there will be a delay in the enforcement additional EMC radiated testing of equipment that will be required, in addition to the conducted testing already performed as part of ANATEL EMC testing.

This delay is due to the fact that the ACT 1120 (replacement of Res. 442/Ato 952) is still being considered in the public forum. In any case, the delay will terminate upon the valid completion of the testing protocols, or after 3 months, whichever is sooner.

Please contact LARCG for more information regarding the timeline of these and other new requirements in Brazil and the rest of Latin America.

More on Brazil Type Approval

ANATEL published Act 2311 right before the scheduled start of the new mandatory radiated tests of transceiver equipment (WiFi, BT) in Brazil, test which were dictated by Act 14448. This means that for another 3 months, or until ANATEL concludes their study on the matter, these additional tests are not required.

Contact LARCG for more information on the requirements to obtain the ANATEL approval for your product.

Today, Feb 21, ANATEL is holding a meeting in Sao Paulo to hear the public’s input regarding the upcoming changes to Resolution 242/2000 and 323/2002, the basic rules for certification in Brazil.

These changes are being proposed by The Public Consultation number 33,  (Consulta Pública no. 33) which is scheduled to end on February 25, 2018.

If you have questions, comments or simply would like to know more about the approval process in Brazil, contact LARCG and we can help you.

More on Brazil Type Approval

Brazil’s telecommunications regulation agency, ANATEL, held a meeting Feb. 21 in Sao Paulo to hear the public’s input regarding the upcoming changes to Resolution 242/2000 and 323/2002, the basic rules for certification in Brazil.  These changes are being proposed by The Public Consultation number 33, which will end now on Feb. 25, 2018.

If you have questions, comments or simply would like to know more about the approval process in Brazil, contact LARCG and we can help you.

Changes to ANATEL Resolution 680

Brazil’s national telecommunications regulatory agency, ANATEL, has published Act 14448 replacing Act 11542 from Resolution 680. This new Act will take effect Ninety (90) days after the date of this publication.

• Additions of  sub-items 4.1.6 and 4.1.7 to the General Conditions Statement: These determine the applicability of all the technical requirements for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and safety testing. In summary, required testing outlined in Resolution 442 and Resolution 529 could be avoided before, depending on the technical requirements of certain devices; however, these tests must now be performed pursuant of Act 14448. The main impact will be for transceivers, which now must undergo radiated testing. Within the Ninety (90) days prior to the implementation of Act 14448, the evaluation of conformity will observe the current technical requirements, with exception to radiated emissions and immunity to radiated radio frequency disturbances.
• The limits for spurious emissions, or emissions outside the frequency band of 72-73 MHz, 74.6-74.8 MHz and 75.2-76 MHz must be in accordance to the table below. These frequencies are generally used in hearing aid equipment. For the next Ninety (90) days while Act 14448 is not in effect, the limit for 72-73 MHz, 74.6-74.8 MHz and 75.2-76 MHz should be restricted to the limit of 1,500 microvolts/meter measured at 3 meters distance, as stated on Act 11542.

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Furthermore, the permissible range for Microphone frequency bandwidths has been reduced from 614 – 806 MHz to 614 – 698 MHz as stated in Act 14448.

Act 14448 also changes the order of specific technology, removing for example Hearing Aids and Cordless phones; subsequently, adding them to System for Transmission of Audio, Video and Other Application

1. Objective
2. References
3. Definition
4. General Conditions (Addition of items mentioned above)
5. Specific Conditions of use
6. Periodic Operating Devices
7. Biomedical Telemetry Equipment
8. Material Condition Telemetry
9. Sensor/Emitting Electromagnetic Field Variation
10. Equipment Using Spectral Spreading Technology or other Digital Modulation Technology
11. Wireless Broadband Access System for local networks
12. Equipment for location of cables
13. RFID
14. Telecommand Systems
15. General Radiocommunication Equipment
16. Low Power Radio Systems operating at 19 GHz
17. Systems Operating in the Bands of 57-67 GHz
18. Equipment Blocker of Radiocommunication Signal
19. Systems operationg in the Ultra-Wide Radiofrequency bands
20. Systems for transmission of Audio, Video and Other application
21. Application of requirements.

Brazil’s regulatory agency, ANATEL, has updates regarding Mobile Phone chargers, to include technologies using  WPT – Wireless Power Transmission. New technical requirements were published by ANATEL in the Act nº 493/2017. ANATEL also clarified some questions regarding their new system, MOSAICO, as well as the impacts of processing time in the validity of ANATEL numbers.

If you want to know more about approving your product in Brazil and other Latin American countries, contact LARCG.

Chile’s telecom regulatory agency, SUBTEL, has replaced SUBTEL Resolution 755, 2005 effective October 6th, 2017. It is succeeded by SUBTEL Resolution 1985, 2017 which amends permissible frequency bands in relation to a device’s maximum radiated power output. Furthermore, SUBTEL Resolution 1985, 2017 seeks to resolve confusion around permissible frequency bands in relation to their usage inside and outside a structure.

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2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Radio Frequency Bandwidths
Section J1 from SUBTEL resolution 1985, 2017 describes new allocations and maximum radiated power for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radiofrequency bands. Previously, in SUBTEL resolution 755, 2005 the 2.4 GHz band (2400-2483.5 MHz) had a maximum radiated power of only 5mW outdoors. Moving forward, SUBTEL resolution 1985, 2017 increases the permissible power for outdoor and indoor use 30-fold, to 150mW. This increase makes it much more feasible to use 2.4 GHz equipment in outdoor scenarios.

5150 – 5250 MHz Radio Frequency Bandwidth
Resolution 1985, 2017 makes no change to the usage of power for the (5150-5250 MHz) frequency bandwidth; as such, it remains restricted to indoor use with maximum power output of 150 mW. Also, the maximum radiated power density restrictions still are at 7.5 mW/MHz in any 1 MHz band, or equivalent value of 0.1875 mW/25 kHz in any 25-kHz band.

5250 – 5350 MHz Radio Frequency Bandwidth
In SUBTEL Resolution 755, 2005 Radio frequency bandwidth (5250 – 5350 MHz) was designated only for indoor use with maximum radiated output power of 150 mW. Resolution 1985, 2017 amends this restriction, and now permits the (5250 – 5350 MHz) radio frequency band to be used indoors and outdoors with the same power restriction of 150 mW.

5725 – 5850 MHz Radio Frequency Bandwidth
Resolution 1985, 2017 changes the permissible outdoor maximum power output for the (5725 – 5850 MHz) frequency bandwidth, and continues to permit this frequency bandwidth to operate indoors at 150 mW. Previously, this bandwidth was restricted to indoor use only with a maximum power output of 150 mW. Resolution 1985, 2017 changes the acceptable outdoor power output for this frequency bandwidth to 50mW.

SUBTEL Resolution 1985, 2017 Section J2
Amendments to Section J2 of Chili SUBTEL Resolution 1985, 2017 specifies that frequency bands (4.500 KHz – 30 MHz), whose field intensity or power does not exceed 30 μV/m to 30 meters has been added to acceptable frequency bands in-country while frequency band (10.3 to 10.9 MHz) has been removed.

For more information concerning these changes to Chile Type Approval, please contact LARCG

Chile Modular Approval

Chile’s telecommunication regulator, SUBTEL (Subsecretaría de Telecomunicaciones) will no longer accept modular approval requests in the homologation process. However, existing certifications will not be affected retroactively, and as such, remain valid. However, if a module previously approved in Chile causes interference issues, it will be subject to review by SUBTEL.

Due to problems faced by the Agency regarding modular approval, SUBTEL will only issue a certification on an end product. Nevertheless, if there is an end device that doesn’t have FCC test reports and grants (only the module does), SUBTEL will accept the Module report/grant for the homologation process. What’s more, in order for a declaration letter to be accepted, the manufacturer must include the test reports of the module with the application.

IMEI Registration

Mexico’s Federal Telecommunications Institute has issued technical provision IFT-011-2017, which affects

1. 1. Mobile Terminal Equipment (Cell Phones and Tables) that can make use of the radio spectrum or be connected to telecommunication networks.

2. Mobile Terminal Equipment operating in the 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz and / or 2500 MHz bands.

A cell phone or tablet’s IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identifier) must be provided to IFETEL by the certification body prior to IFETEL issuing a Certificate of Compliance (or its update). The IMEI database of Approved Mobile Terminal Equipment will form a registry, which will be used to determine if the device has been reported stolen or lost. This registry may be accessed by the certification bodies and dealers at the Institute’s Internet Portal.

What’s more, the provision IFT-011-2017 requires manufacturers to unlock “FM” Functionality of the approved Mobile Terminal Equipment in order to allow consumers free access to the “FM” sound broadcasting service. This standard will remove restrictions limiting mobile phone “FM” operations, and will allow end users to access information without having to pay for additional data.

Brazil’s telecom agency, ANATEL, requires that a Safety Label be applied to cell phone batteries and chargers after completing the in-country homologation process. Published in January 2017, Act No. 493 outlines new approval standards for Lithium batteries and mobile phone chargers, which were first established in Resolution 481 back in 2007. Act 493 modified the certification process, adding to its scope Inductive Chargers, which include those used in vehicular environments. The applicable charging devices are divided into four types as follows.

Type 1. Charger connected to main power and feeds the cell through a charging cable


Type 2. Inductive charger connected to the electric power grid and feeds the cell through induction (Wireless Power Transmission)


Type 3. Charger used in vehicle environment (12 V or 24 V (c.c)) and feeds the cell through a charging cable


Type 4. Inductive Charger used in a vehicular environment and feeds the cell through induction (Wireless Power Transmission)


In each type, a safety seal must be applied to the product upon commercializing in Brazil. Additionally, safety seals must be produced in-country by a print shop licensed by the Brazilian Mint (Casa Da Moeda). The seal can be placed on the device, or if appropriate, on the device’s manual.

Contact LARCG for questions regarding obtaining the required ANATEL safety label.

Brazil telecom agency ANATEL published a new Resolution 686 which repeals various older resolutions, taking into consideration the increased technological evolution of products and the need to for technical requirements to follow the updates of technologies.

This resolution will become effective 120 days after its publication (February 9, 2018). The products that are currently being approved will not be affected. New technical requirements will be published before that date. There is no expected change in the requirements for certifying products in Brazil.

Paraguay’s regulating agency, CONATEL, has released a new Resolution (No. 1193) that adds a labeling requirement to their approval process as of September 2017. The label, showing the CONATEL logo and registration number, must be placed on the product prior to importation, along with the name of the manufacturer, brand, and model.

CONATEL may grant an exception in cases where the equipment is too small to include the label.

The name and address of the local distributor (Legal Rep) is also required for all imported products, but can be shown in the User Manual.

Label Requirements

CONATEL must be written in “HelveticaNeueLT Std Blk” font
Registration number (shown as NR: XXXX-XX-X-XXXX) must be in “HelveticaNeueLT Std Cn” font.

If the label is not embossed or printed in black and white, it must include the following colors:

• CONATEL logo should be white with a red background
• CONATEL should be written in white over a blue background
• Registration number should be in black with a white background

For future (or current) approvals in Paraguay, part of the required documents will be a label draft.
If at the time of certification, the information on your importer/local distributor is still unavailable, we may present a declaration letter stating where the importer/distributor information will be placed.

For questions regarding Paraguay agency CONATEL’s new labeling requirements, contact LARCG

ANATEL, Brazil’s telecom regulator, recently released Resolution 680, and ATO 11542. Changes include:

1. Labeling: Res. 680 Art. 5 says it is up to the manufacturer where the phrase regarding restricted radiation will be placed. In practice, we will no longer have to ask for/ present a declaration regarding that phrase. We will however still need to present a declaration should our client request the ANATEL logo in the manual only, for lack of space, for example;
2. Medical implants: increase in frequency range from 402-405 MHz to 401-405.9 MHz with power limit of 25 microwatts in a reference bandwidth of 300 kHz;
3. New Harmonics limits for band of 433-435 MHZ at 10mW (e.i.r.p), the emission outside the bands should be less than 250mW (e.i.r.p) for radio frequencies up to 1000 MHz and should be less than 1uW (e.i.r.p) for radio frequencies above 1000 MHz.
4. Adjust on requirements for hopping systems, decreasing the interval from 20 to 14 seconds ( at less than 250 kHz) and from, 10 to 7 seconds at hopping greater than 250 kHz.
5. Removal of LoRa/CSS requirements, which will now have to meet item 14 of ATO 11542 (same as Res 506)
6. Requirements for UWB devices were approved.  Please contact LARCG for information about the frequency bands and the conditions for each.

We work in all the countries in Latin America and know their diverse cultures,  people and economies. Most important: we know the rules to approve your device in every single one of them. Don’t worry about how to do it and let our team handle it. Meanwhile, enjoy a few curious facts about Latin America:

1:  This country began the world’s first regular radio broadcasting on 27 August 1920. See the answer here.

2: In this country you can find the source of the Amazon River . See the answer here.

3. This is the only English speaking country in South America. See the answer here.

4. This is the only country in Latin America considered by the World Bank as a “high-income economy”. See the answer here.

5. In this country, 82% of the population over 14 has a cell phone. See the answer here.

6. This country has 68 recognized ethnic languages and dialects, and English is also the official language. See the answer here.

7. This country’s currency is the American Dollar. See the answer here.

8. This country is plans to build a canal linking the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, but the project has not yet started. See the answer here.

9. In this country is the  largest free trade zone in the Western Hemisphere. See the answer here.

10. This is the only Portuguese-speaking country in Latin America. See the answer here.

LARCG brings Latin America to you

If it is in Latin America, we can help you! Contact us for more information.

We continue to serve our clients who seek product approvals in Venezuela but please be aware that the country’s ongoing political instability has affected the certification process, resulting in delays of four months or more.

Contact us for more information on how to get your electrical, electronic, and telecom equipment approved for sale in Venezuela and in other Latin American countries.

ENACOM in Argentina will launch a new system named HERTZ, effective July 3, 2017, which will improve the timeliness of the homologation process in Argentina.

There are no changes in the process: the required documentation and testing will remain the same. Contact us for details.

Obelisco de Buenos Aires – Argentina

ANATEL in Brazil published the New Resolution 680. This new legislation will substitute Resolution 506 from 2008. ANATEL resolution 680 is related to products that are considered restricted radiation, such as those containing WiFi, Bluetooth, DECT, RFID, Zigbee, among other technologies. There will be new technical requirements for the testing procedures. However, these are still under discussion and have not yet been published by ANATEL.  Resolution 680 will take effect in 60 days.

You can count on LARCG to provide you the details as they are published.

LARCG can help you approve your products in Brazil and other Latin American markets. Contact us for more information.

More on Colombia type approval…

CRC, Colombia’s communications regulator (Comision de Regulacion de Comunicaciones), has released Resolution 5031/2016 (which modifies Cap. 1, title XIII of resolution CRT 087-1997) with enforcement starting July 8,2017.

All mobile devices using voice and/or data cellular (with an IMEI or any equivalent identification number) will require homologation in Colombia if they operate in the frequency bands 850 MHz, 1900 MHz, AWS (1700-2100 MHz) and 2500 MHz.  Norms for connection to the network are as follows:

• Landline and cordless landline phones — Colombia Resolution CRT 1673 2006, FCC Part 68, or ETSI ES203-021
• Satellite phones — Technical standards of Colombia Resolution 3610 from 1997, FCC Part 25
• Mobile devices
  • 850 MHz: FCC Part 22 Subpart H
  • 1900 MHz: FCC Part 24, Subpart E
  • 1700/2100 MHz: FCC Part 27
  • 2500 MHz: ETSI EN 301 908-13

Documentation requirements remain the same for the approval process for mobile devices.

Contact LARCG for a detailed list of requirements.

Argentina ENACOM Resolution 5186-E/2017 has been released.

The two main effects of this resolution are:

• Establishes new frequency bands and limits allocated to low power devices.  Contact us for details on these new limits.
• Defines UWB bands allocation:
  • 3.1 GHz – 10.6 GHz for handheld UWB systems or devices
  • 22.0 GHz – 26.65 GHz for UWB automotive radar

Telecommunications Terminal Equipment

On June 15, 2017 Ecuador’s regulatory agency, ARCOTEL issued resolution 03-03-ARCOTEL-2017. This resolution defines regulations for homologation and certification of terminal telecommunications equipment, and defines the requirements for submitting a request to homologate. Please note that equipment not falling into any of these categories still requires a “No Homologation” certificate of which LARCG can assist in providing.

Telecommunication terminal equipment that requires approval are as follows

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Products that fall into more than one category will need a certificate for each. For example, a product with the following characteristics 1) Access Point & 2) Router WLAN falls under two categories: Carrier Services and Terminals with Internet Access. If the product operates under both categories than two homologation certificates will be required. If it is going to operate in only one category than only one certificate will be required.

Please contact LARCG for more information concerning Resolution 03-03-ARCOTEL-2017

On October 19^, 2016, NOM-EM-016 expired and the new resolution replacing it will be NOM-208-SCFI-2016. Certifications under this new NOM will start in April 2017. Please contact LARCG to obtain up-to-date information regarding the approval process in Mexico.