Regulatory News from 2023
Update on Malaysia Renewals
Malaysia2023-12-22
Due to increasing restrictions and requirements, especially on SIRIM QAS's e-ComM platform. Renewals will be offered by us with a 5 year validity. »read moreYearly annual closure at IB-Lenhardt AG 2023
Germany2023-12-07
Due to Holiday season we will close our office from 22 December and return on 2 January 2024. »read moreACMA consults on EMC regulation
Australia2023-11-21
ACMA is currently holding a survey, regarding EMC regulation. The survey will be open until December 20th. »read moreIntroduction of Exemption Letters in Botswana
Botswana2023-11-21
A new regulation introduces exempted equipment categories for Type Approval in Botswana. »read moreSIRIM changes the notification format on the eComM platform
Malaysia2023-11-06
The accreditation agency "SIRIM" changes it's eComM notification format. Notification mails will no longer contain a direct link to certificates. »read moreIncreased administrative costs in Indonesia
Indonesia2023-10-30
Beginning November 18th, 2023. Administrative costs for Type Approval in Indonesia will increase. »read moreICASA plans to appoint Dedicated Certification Bodies
South Africa2023-10-12
ICASA has held a workshop, discussing future plans of nominating DCB's, as part of the "Equipment Authorization regulations 2022". »read moreType approval delays are to be expected for South Africa
South Africa2023-09-27
A majority of ICASA employees have been on strike since Wednesday, September 27, 2023. »read moreIntroduction of Electronic CCC Certificates and Marks
China2023-09-21
On Aug. 10, the CNCA has issued a new regulation about CCC certificates and marks. This new regulation will come into effect on Jan. 1, 2024. »read moreVietnam's MIC Announces Regulatory Updates in Circular 10/2023/TT-BTTTT
Vietnam2023-09-19
Vietnam's Ministry of Information and Communication (MIC) has issued Circular 10/2023/TT-BTTTT, introducing important changes to technical regulations. »read moreISED RSS-247 Issue 3 Introduction
Canada2023-09-18
Canadian ISED has issued RSS-247 Issue 3 for radio & LE-LAN devices in 902-928, 2400-2483.5, 5725-5850, & 5850-5895 MHz bands. »read moreChina changes ID Encoding Rules and Certificate Style
China2023-09-07
MIIT issues new ID Encoding Rules and Certificate Style for Radio Transmission Equipment (Effective 01 December, 2023). »read moreThe IMDA updates it's the IMDA TS SRD (August 2,2021)
Singapore2023-09-05
The IMDA has updated regulation "IMDA TS SRD" (August 2, 2021). This entails updates to the frequency bands of Short-Range-Devices. »read moreAmendment of Appendix 18 of Decree no. 353
Russia2023-09-01
Decree No. 1133 updates the existing Appendix 18 of Decree no. 353, extending the deadline for simplified declarations and no label import. »read moreApproval Delays in Vietnam to be expected
Vietnam2023-08-29
An update on testing requirements in Vietnam may result in type approval delays. Test reports for extreme condition testing are required. »read moreUK Government Extends Use of CE Mark Indefinitely for Businesses
United Kingdom2023-08-09
In a recent announcement, the UK government has declared an indefinite extension of the use of the CE mark for businesses operating in the country. »read moreNew regulation updates when TAC or DoC is required
Vietnam2023-07-31
The previous regulation "Circular No. 02/2022/TT-BTTTT" in Vietnam has been replaced this year by the "Circular No. 04/2023/TT-BTTTT". »read moreExtension for RED cybersecurity requirements
EU (RE-D)2023-07-27
Confirmation of a transitional extension of 1 year, to adhere to the Delegated Act (2022/30). Requirements to become mandatory by 1 August 2025. »read moreNew additional regulations on Type Approval in Laos
Laos2023-07-25
The validity of the certificates will be reduced from 3 years to 1 year from 04 August 2023. In addition, some low range devices will no longer require labeling. »read moreFCC Empowers Short-Range Radars in the 60 GHz Band
United States2023-07-24
Approval for Short-Range Radars that operate in the 57-71 GHz band (60 GHz band) is soon possible. Effective Date August 23, 2023. »read moreISED Seeks Feedback on Technical Requirements
Canada2023-07-18
ISED Seeks Feedback on Technical Requirements for Non-Competitive Local Licensed Services in the 3900-3980 MHz Band. »read moreACMA Seeks Feedback on Expiring Spectrum Licences
Australia2023-07-13
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has opened a consultation to gather feedback on a proposed approach for spectrum licences set to expire between June 2028 and October 2032. These licences cover various bands, including 700 MHz, 850 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2 GHz, 2.3 GHz, 2.5 GHz, and 3.4 GHz. »read moreIMDA public consultation for SRD regulation
Singapore2023-07-06
IMDA invites for public comments on Draft IMDA TS SRD Issue 1 Revision 3. »read moreType approval delays possible due to Eid-al-Adha
Germany2023-06-27
Expect delays during Eid-al-Adha celebrations as agency staff may not be contactable. »read moreAutomotive Testing Expo Stuttgart
Germany2023-06-13
IB-Lenhardt AG team is here for you at the Automotive Testing Expo Stuttgart. »read morePublic Consultation for technical requirements for WLAN
China2023-06-02
New technical requirements and testing methods for WLAN devices using IEEE 802.11be. »read moreSouth Africa released Government Gazette number 48643
South Africa2023-05-24
South Africa released Government Gazette number 48643, with updates for 6 GHz band and 122 -246 GHz Non Specific SRD. »read moreNICTA released Type Approval Rule 2022
Papua New Guinea2023-05-18
ICT Equipment Type Approval Rule 2022 was released by the NICTA in Papua New Guinea during February. »read moreIMDA allocates spectrum in 6GHz band for Wi-Fi
Singapore2023-05-16
IMDA allocates additional spectrum for Wi-Fi use in the lower segment of 6 GHz band (5925 - 6425 MHz). »read moreChange to the technical specifications for wired charging
EU (RE-D)2023-05-03
EU Commission public consultation aiming to modify the reference to the technical specifications on the charging »read moreOFCA released TAC 012
Hong Kong2023-04-27
OFCA in Hong Kong released the 'Type Acceptance Criteria for 5G New Radio Repeater Equipment Operating Below 6 GHz' in March »read moreOperating Parameters for Wireless LAN (WiFi) Services
Cayman Islands2023-04-20
Utility Regulation and Competition Office from the OfReg in Cayman Islands published the Operating Parameters for Wireless LAN (WiFi) Services. »read moreSingapore IMDA invites for public comments for Draft TS SRD
Singapore2023-04-18
Draft Technical Specification for Short Range Devices (Draft IMDA TS SRD Issue 1 Rev. 3) released for public comment. »read moreTR RED UA set out requirement for instructions in Ukrainian
Ukraine2023-04-13
According to TR RED UA, manufacturers should ensure that radio equipment is accompanied by instructions in Ukrainian language. »read moreFurther Products in the Scope of CCC
China2023-03-30
CCC certification will be required for 3 additional product categories beginning August 1, 2023. »read moreWiFi 6E Approval Information
Mexico2023-03-28
IFT determines 5925 MHz to 6425 MHz as designated for free use. »read moreNew Guidelines for Type Approval in Botswana
Botswana2023-03-14
BOCRA released the 2023 Type Approval Guidelines end February. »read moreFCC Improves Public Safety Communications in 4.9 GHz Band
United States2023-03-13
The FCC has adopted rules that improve public safety communications in the 4.9 GHz band, while allowing secondary, non-public safety use under a new leasing model. »read moreDRAFT ISED RSS-247 Issue 3 consultation
Canada2023-03-07
Canadian ISED seeks comments on RSS-247 Issue 3, incl. SMSE 012-22, for radio & LE-LAN devices in 902-928, 2400-2483.5, 5725-5850, & 5850-5895 MHz bands. Comments due May 3, 2023. »read moreANATEL asking for feedback on Public Consultation No. 4
Brazil2023-03-02
ANATEL seeking feedback on the "Update Requirements for FM Sound Broadcast Transmitter" before 2023-03-31. »read moreIFT classified WiFi 6E band as free spectrum
Mexico2023-02-28
IFT classified the WiFi 6E band as free spectrum on 2023-02-16 for 5925-6425 MHz. »read moreMIIT released regulation effective from 2023-07-01
China2023-02-24
MIIT (China) released the latest Regulations on the Administration of Radio Transmission Equipment to come into effect on 1st July. »read moreIBL-Lab as Designated Body for ECE-R-10 Type Approval
Germany2023-02-23
Since February, IBL-Lab GmbH is designated as technical service for the KBA (Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt) Type Approval and is therefore authorized to perform EMC tests according to ECE-R-10. »read moreMIC Vietnam publishes draft updated circular
Vietnam2023-02-21
The Ministry of Information and Communications has published a draft circular to replace Circular 02/2022/TT-TT-BTTTT. »read morePublic Consultation on 6 GHz allocation
Singapore2023-02-15
IMDA opened public consultation for comments from stakeholders regarding the 6 GHz band. »read moreBritish Virgin Island: final round of Public Consultation
British Virgin Islands2023-02-07
TRC opened final round on Regulatory Framework for Equipment Type Approval, comments to be sent until 24 Feb 2023. »read moreWi-Fi 6E: The new WLAN standard 802.11ax
Germany2023-02-06
The new IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E) enhancement, which operates in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz frequency bands, is designed to improve WLAN system efficiency. »read morePublic consultation for 5G
Trinidad and Tobago2023-02-03
TATT has opened a public consultation on the Framework for Fifth Generation (5G). »read moreVietnam: new EMC standard QCVN 18:2022/BTTTT
Vietnam2023-01-31
In Vietnam the new EMC standard QCVN 18:2022/BTTTT will take effect from July 01, 2023. »read moreISED Consultation for SRSP-517 and RSS-199
Canada2023-01-26
ISED have opened a consultation on technical standards SRSP-517 and RSS-199, asking for comments until 29 March 2023. »read moreLunar New Year festivities causing slight delays
China2023-01-24
Delays in all public sectors due to the New Year festivities in numerous Asian countries. »read moreQI2: The new standard for wireless charging
Germany2023-01-19
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) announced in January 2023 that it will introduce the new Qi2 standard this year. »read moreCST Saudi Arabia maintenance of online platform
Saudi Arabia2023-01-17
CST Saudi Arabia online platform OTP Password confirmation via registered mobile phone now active. »read moreARCEP Togo published decision on conditions for SRD
Togo2023-01-10
The regulator ARCEP in Togo published Decision N° 226/ARCEP/DG/22 regulating the conditions and categories for Short Range Devices. »read moreDraft regulation for 900 MHz RFID and for UWB released
China2023-01-05
The MIIT released draft regulation for the 900 MHz RFID band and for UWB equipment on 4 January 2023. Stakeholders to comment until 6 February. »read moreTDRA released new Compliance Label format
United Arab Emirates2023-01-03
TDRA in UAE introduced new Type Approval Mark taking effect on 1 January 2023 »read more