Regulatory News from 2026
FCC Adopts GVP Framework for High-Power Outdoor Use in the 6 GHz BandNew GVP devices enable higher outdoor transmit power in the 6 GHz band while ensuring protection of incumbent services. »read more
High-Field Immunity Testing Expansion at IBL-LabIBL-Lab GmbH has expanded its high-field immunity testing capabilities with a new high-power amplifier setup from Rohde & Schwarz, enabling continuous frequency coverage from 9 kHz to 18 GHz. »read more
Oman: TRA Launches Self-Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) ServiceThe introduction of SDoC replaces mandatory test reports and significantly reduces regulatory review timelines for telecom equipment. »read more
Bolivia: ATT Updates List of Equipment Subject to HomologationAdditional equipment categories have been added to the list of devices requiring type approval prior to import. »read more
Public Consultation on Improving Performance in the 6 GHz BandThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeks comments on two proposals aimed at improving the performance of unlicensed devices in the 6 GHz band (5.925–7.125 GHz). Deadline: March 23, 2026. »read more
Canada: ISED Opens Public Consultation on RSS-Gen Issue 6 and RSS-310 Issue 6ISED has opened a public consultation on RSS-Gen Issue 6 and RSS-310 Issue 6. Comments may be submitted via the provided link until May 29, 2026. »read more
Argentina: ENACOM Resolution 57/2026 Updates Certification FrameworkENACOM Resolution 57/2026 introduces a modernized type approval framework, effective September 1, 2026. »read more
Possible Delays in the Middle East
2026-03-03
Following recent developments over the weekend, temporary delays may occur in several countries across the Middle East. »read moreWebinar: NFC CR15 for CCC Digital Key CertificationCOMPRION GmbH and IBL-Lab GmbH offer practical insights into the NFC certification process for automotive applications. »read more
Executive Decree No. 26-97 came into forceExecutive Decree No. 26-97: New Procedures for the Homologation of Electronic Communications Equipment in Algeria »read more
India: DoT Exempts Lower 6 GHz RLAN from LicensingIndia’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced license-exempt use of the lower 6 GHz band for certain Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) systems. »read more
Chile: Resolución 737 EXENTA Enters into ForceChile implements Resolución 737 EXENTA, introducing new exemption categories and mandatory QR code requirements effective February 22, 2026. »read more
Lebanon: TRA Clarifies Label RequirementsLebanon’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has clarified key aspects of the labeling requirements for imported products subject to Type Approval. »read more
Japan: Partial Amendment of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Radio ActJapan expands the permitted frequency band for TPMS and RKE systems to 433.05–434.79 MHz. Adoption is planned for June 2026. »read more
Lebanon: Importer approval under TRAAs mentioned in our previous Lebanon news TRA will now be in charge for issuing Type Approval certificates. »read more
ACMA Spectrum Management and Telecommunications ConsultationThe ACMA has launched eight public consultations covering topics such as spectrum management, telecommunications outages, and maritime regulations. »read more
Lebanon: Responsibility for Type Approvals Transferred to TRAThe Lebanese government has reassigned responsibility for the approval of telecommunications and radio equipment. »read more
Yemen Government Bans American ProductsYemen’s government has officially approved a regulation banning American products, requiring all ministries to enforce the measure. »read more
