Type Approval for Germany

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As an EU member state, Germany follows CE marking requirements under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) and other applicable EU directives. No separate national approval is required.
We assist with documentation and conformity procedures related to EU compliance.
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Example label for Germany

CEGermanyRequirements (pdf, 278.94K)

Requirements According to EU Directives

Products placed on the German market must comply with the following EU directives. These define the essential requirements for radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility, and electrical safety.

2014/53/EU: Radio Equipment Directive (RED)

Defines essential requirements to ensure efficient and interference-free use of the radio spectrum.
→ Overview of RED Requirements

Radio Testing

2014/30/EU: EMC Directive (EMCD)

Establishes how electromagnetic compatibility must be ensured for electrical equipment.
→ Overview of EMC Requirements

EMC Tests

2014/35/EU: Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Defines safety requirements and conformity procedures for electrical equipment.
→ Overview of LVD Requirements

Electrical Safety

EU Type Approval for Germany

CE Labeling Process

Testing

01A representative sample is tested in our accredited testing laboratory (ATL)

Preparation

02The technical construction file (TCF) must include a risk assessment

Evaluation

03Issue of the Declaration of Conformity (DoC): If no harmonized standard is applied, a Notified Body (NB) must be involved

Marking

04CE labeling with attention on updates of applied standards

Regulatory News for Germany

2026-03-23
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
2026-03-02
Webinar: 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
2025-12-19
Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (TISAX)IB-Lenhardt AG is a registered participant in the Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (TISAX). »read more

» More regulatory news

Country Information

General Information about Germany

Country calling Code: +49
Capital: Berlin
Continent: Europe
Currency: Euro
Country Code ISO 3166-2: DE
Country Code ISO 3166-3: DEU
Alternate Country Names: Federal Republic of Germany, Bundesrepublik Deutschland, Deutschland, Allemagne, Njemačka, Germania, Alemania, Германия, ドイツ, Tyskland, 독일

Federal Republic of Germany, Bundesrepublik Deutschland, Deutschland, Allemagne, Njemačka, Germania, Alemania, Германия, ドイツ, Tyskland, 독일

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Contact

Your personal type approval specialist and authority for Germany

A. Wiedenkofer
eMail
Sales Manager Testing and Certification
+49 6894 38938-0
Federal Network Agency (BNetzA)
http://www.bundesnetzagentur.d…
Competent authority for Germany

Product Scope

Our offers and services may vary depending on the country. Please contact us for specific details.

Automotive

Radar 24 GHz, 64 GHz, 77 GHz, 79 GHz, UWB

Radio key 315 MHz, 433 MHz, 868 MHz

Keyless Go 125 kHz, 13,56 MHz

Tire pressure sensors 125 kHz, 315 MHz, 433 MHz, 868 MHz

Entertainment 2,4 GHz

Industry

Radar 64 GHz, Tank Level, Position radar

Wireless-M-Bus 315 MHz, 433 MHz, 868 MHz

Wireless-CAN-Bus 2.4 GHz

RFID + NFC 125 kHz, 13.56 MHz, 868 MHz

UWB Devices 24 GHz, 60 GHz, 79 GHz

Consumer

WirelessHD 60 GHz

WLAN 2.4GHz, 3 GHz, 5 GHz, 10 GHz

Bluetooth 2.4 GHz

Zigbee 868 MHz, 2.4 GHz

Tailored solutions for your needs

Market Access for Germany

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