GMA Update - February

In this publication, we list the latest changes and updates that affect the approval of products in international markets.

Asia

Cambodia: Cambodia Launches Online Information Search System

In December 2025, the Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia (TRC) officially launched an online query system for information on “Certified Importers and Type Approved Equipment.” The launch of this system enables users, enterprises, and other relevant parties to more conveniently search for information on compliant importers of various telecommunications equipment, as well as the type approval status of such equipment, on the official TRC website. This improvement further enhances regulatory compliance and supports the safe use of telecommunications equipment.

India: DoT publishes NFAP 2025

On 31 December 2025, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) of India published the National Frequency Allocation Plan – 2025.

NFAP 2025 updates spectrum allocations to address the increasing demands of next generation technologies. A significant change is the designation of the 6425–7125 MHz band for IMT, supporting the expansion of 5G and 5G Advanced, preparing the foundation for future 6G, and enabling emerging applications such as smart cities, AR/VR systems, precision agriculture, autonomous transportation and real time industrial automation.

For satellite based services, the plan designates multiple frequency bands—including the Ka band (27.5–31 GHz and 17.7–21.2 GHz), 40.0–42.5 GHz, 47.7–50.2 GHz and 50.4–51.4 GHz—to support both geostationary high throughput satellites and non geostationary large constellations.

In addition, NFAP 2025 allocates extra spectrum in the 12.2–12.5 GHz, 17.7–18.7 GHz and 27.5–28.5 GHz bands for In Flight and Maritime Connectivity (IFMC), enabling continuous broadband connectivity for users on aircraft and vessels.

India: TEC temporarily accepts certain ILAC test reports under MTCTE

India TEC has announced that, until 30 June 2026, test reports issued by ILAC accredited laboratories located in non border sharing countries will be accepted for certain specified technical parameters under the MTCTE framework. This temporary relaxation aims to facilitate compliance and ease testing requirements for eligible products.

The measure applies to cellular base stations (including 5G NR and active antenna systems), SIM cards, VHF/UHF radio equipment systems and E band fixed radio relay systems, covering all relevant variants of these products.

Test reports must be issued within two years prior to the date of submission on the MTCTE portal. The relaxation is expected to streamline testing processes and reduce certification timelines for manufacturers and importers.

India: NCCS releases key telecom security updates covering LAN switches, O-RAN, and ONT/ONU devices

India NCCS has recently released key telecom security updates covering LAN switches, O RAN components and ONT/ONU devices.

NCCS has issued the Indian Telecom Security Assurance Requirements (ITSAR) for Layer 2 and Layer 3 LAN switches and for 5G Open RAN (O RAN) components, including O RU, O DU, O CU and the 5G RIC. The mandatory implementation date for these ITSAR requirements will be announced separately.

NCCS has also streamlined the security certification approach for PON ONT and ONU devices. Mandatory security testing is now limited to unique SoC–SDK combinations. Manufacturers may introduce additional variants using the same SoC–SDK by submitting an SDoC along with software hash values through the MTCTE portal, without the need for further testing.

NCCS has further clarified that all previously issued instructions, circulars and office memoranda applicable to ONT devices are equally applicable to ONU devices, with immediate effect.

India: The MoC Has Released Draft Rules for License Exempt Automotive Radar Operating in the 77–81 GHz Band

India’s Ministry of Communications (MoC) released the draft “Use of Short Range Automotive Radar System in the 77–81 GHz Band (Exemption from Assignment Requirement) Rules, 2025” on 25 November 2025. Under the proposed rules, short range automotive radar systems operating in the 77–81 GHz band would be permitted to operate without a spectrum license, expanding the currently license exempt allocation, which is limited to 76–77 GHz.

Despite the proposed license exemption, equipment would continue to require mandatory type approval and must comply with the technical parameters specified in the applicable GSR.

India: Through its Office Memorandum dated 16 January 2026, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has withdrawn all relaxations related to the Essential Requirements (ERs) for CCTV cameras under the Compulsory Registration Order (CRO).

No further extensions: The stock clearance period for CCTV cameras that do not meet the Essential Requirements (ERs) is coming to an end. The earlier relaxation permitting the sale of CCTV cameras manufactured or imported before 9 April 2025 has now been withdrawn.

Starting 1 April 2026, only ER certified CCTV cameras will be permitted for sale in India. ER compliance is now mandatory for all manufacturers, importers, distributors, and other stakeholders who wish to continue operating in the Indian market beyond March 2026.

India: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has extended the implementation date of IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 / IEC 60335 1:2020.

This standard covers the safety of household and similar electrical appliances, and the extension specifically applies to adapters for household and similar electrical appliances under the Compulsory Registration Order (CRO). As a result, both standards—IS 302 1:2008 and IS 302 (Part 1): 2024—can be used concurrently until 23 February 2027. This transition period has been provided to support a smoother shift and to help manufacturers and other stakeholders adapt to the updated safety requirements.

Relief for Industry: Manufacturers of household electrical appliance adapters receive additional time to transition to the 2024 standard without operational disruptions.

Time for Preparation: Manufacturers and testing laboratories now have extended time to upgrade their facilities and align their processes with the new technical requirements of IS 302 (Part 1): 2024.

No Other Changes: All other terms and conditions specified in the BIS circular dated 27 November 2024 remain unchanged.

India: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a series of guidelines for Extended Reality (XR) products.

The following products are covered under the new category: Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR). The CRS portal now lists “Extended Reality” as an official product category. Testing and certification for these products will be carried out in accordance with IS/IEC 62368 1:2023. Manufacturers and importers can now begin testing and apply for approval under this category.

Indonesia: DJID (KOMDIGI) has announced the expansion of the 4G/5G technical standards.

On 19 December 2025, the Ministry of Communication and Digital of Indonesia (KOMDIGI) issued Document No. 569/2025, amending Document No. 352/2024, which serves as the technical regulation for LTE and NR products. The amendment will take effect on 19 January 2026. As the B41/n41 frequency band has been added in the updated regulation, certified products that require activation of this band will need to undergo recertification.

Indonesia: DJID (KOMDIGI) Implements Regulation No. 469/2025 for Indonesia’s Telecommunications Sector

On 7 November 2025, Indonesia’s DJID (KOMDIGI) issued Decision No. 469/2025. The decision provides a list of telecommunication equipment and devices that must comply with technical standards, presented using HS codes. It also introduces a new format for the Import Goods Notification (PIB), adding additional specification fields for equipment with telecommunication functions when submitting the PIB through the Indonesian Customs Department’s CEISA 4.0 portal. Importantly, telecommunication equipment and devices — as well as any equipment or devices with telecommunication functions — must comply with applicable technical standards even if they are not included in the list provided in Decision No. 469/2025.

Korea: Korea has issued an Administrative Pre-Announcement for the first-type amendment (draft) of the Electrical Equipment Safety Standards, corresponding to the National Technical Standards Institute Announcement No. 2025 0370.

In accordance with Article 5(3), Article 15(4), and Article 23(4) of the Electrical Appliances and Household Goods Safety Management Act, the Electrical Equipment Safety Standards are being revised. To inform the industry and the public in advance about the purpose and key elements of the proposed amendments and to collect feedback, this announcement is made pursuant to Article 46 of the Administrative Procedures Act.

Purpose of the amendment: Updating the safety standards to align with international agreements on electrical safety management (WTO/TBT, IECEE).

Details of the amendment:

• Standard name: KC 60335-2-29 (Safety of household and similar electrical appliances, Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers).
• Major revision content: Updating the safety standards to comply with international conventions on electrical product safety management.
• Submission of comments: Institutions, organizations, or individuals with concerns regarding the draft revision are invited to submit their comments to the Electrical and Telecommunications Product Safety Division of the National Standards Institute by 3 February 2026.

Korea: RRA has issued an administrative notification regarding the draft revision of the Technical  requirements for Unlicensed Radio Devices.

The National Radio Research Agency (RRA) issued Announcement No. 2026-17 on 8 January 2026 regarding the draft revision of the Technical Requirements for Unlicensed Radio Devices. This revision aims to relax power limits for the Wi Fi 6 GHz band in order to improve wireless network performance in indoor environments and public transportation settings, such as subway systems.

The main change is as follows:

• Increase in the permitted power limits for the 6 GHz band

For indoor:

For subway: 

• Permissive change for existing equipment: Devices that have already obtained KC certification may undergo permissive change testing to increase the power limits for the Wi Fi 6 GHz band (indoor and subway) once the new regulations are officially implemented. 
• Schedule and timeline: A public hearing is scheduled for 28 January 2026. The final version will be implemented immediately upon publication by the RRA, with the expected release timeframe estimated at approximately 1–2 months.

Pakistan: PTA Revises IoT and SRD Framework

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) previously conducted a public consultation to revise the Regulatory Framework for Short Range Devices (SRD) and Terrestrial Internet of Things (IoT). Following the consultation, PTA published the Regulatory Framework for Short Range Devices (SRD) and Terrestrial Internet of Things (IoT) Services, Version 1.4, on 18 December 2025.

Sri Lanka: TRCSL Launches New Equipment Clearance System, Affecting Import Procedures

Sri Lanka’s TRCSL has introduced a new Equipment Clearance System (ECS). At present, the ECS does not support applications for Type Approval Exemption Letters, and such applications are temporarily on hold pending further guidance from TRCSL.

As Exemption Letters are not mandatory, imports of exempted equipment may continue. However, local importers should be prepared to submit technical specifications and test reports directly to TRCSL during the import permit process or at the time of customs clearance.

Thailand: NBTC TS 1035 2562 – Reinterpretation Requires Electrical Safety Test Reports for Bluetooth Equipment

NBTC certification manager has verbally inform that Bluetooth equipment will require electrical safety test report to obtain NBTC SDOC. Bluetooth equipment will require electrical safety test report e.g. IEC/EN/LVD (any version) from 1 Feb 2026 and on.

Vietnam: MST Issues Circular No. 52/2025/TT-BKHCN and QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN

On 31 December 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) issued Circular No. 52/2025/TT-BKHCN, accompanied by QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN – the National Technical Regulation on Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for Terminal Equipment and Ancillary Devices in Mobile Communication Systems (including mobile phones and terrestrial mobile communication terminal equipment)

Effective Date is 15 February 2026. Mandatory Compliance begins on 1 January 2027.

QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN will supersede QCVN 86:2019/BTTTT and QCVN 18:2022/BTTTT specifically for mobile phones and 5G terminal equipment. The transition period lasts from 16 February 2026 to 31 December 2026, during which manufacturers may choose to certify products either under QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN or under the previously applicable standards as specified in Circular No. 29/2025/TT-BKHCN.

For products under HS Codes 8517.13.00, 8517.14.00 and 8517.62.59 (Appendix I, Section 1.1.1) and 8517.62.59 (Appendix II, Section 4.9) of Circular 29/2025, QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN will replace QCVN 86:2019/BTTTT starting from 1 January 2027, while compliance may be demonstrated using either standard until 31 December 2026.

For products under HS Codes 8517.13.00, 8517.14.00 and 8517.62.59 (Appendix I, Section 1.1.2) and 8517.14.00 (Appendix I, Section 1.1.11) of Circular 29/2025, QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN will replace QCVN 18:2022/BTTTT starting from 1 January 2027, with the possibility to comply with either standard until 31 December 2026.

Technical requirements for GSM (2G/2.5G) defined in both QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN and QCVN 86:2019/BTTTT will become null and void on 16 September 2026.

Vietnam:  MST issues Circular No. 41/2025/TT-BKHCN and QCVN 136:2025/BKHCN

On 30 November 2025, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) issued Circular No. 41/2025/TT-BKHCN accompanied by QCVN 136:2025/BKHCN – the National Technical Regulation on Radio Access Equipment operating in the 6 GHz band (Wi Fi 6E, Wi Fi 7). QCVN 136:2025/BKHCN will take effect on 1 January 2027, at a time when 6 GHz Wi Fi devices (Wi Fi 6E, Wi Fi 7) have only recently become subject to QCVN 47:2015/BTTTT as of 15 December 2025.

This Circular will take effect on 1 January 2027. Devices with HS code 8517.62.51 (as specified in Section 2.5, Appendix I of MST Circular No. 29/2025/TT-BKHCN) shall apply QCVN 136:2025/BKHCN in place of QCVN 47:2015/BTTTT from the effective date of this Circular.

A critical point to note is that MST Circular No. 29/2025/TT-BKHCN typically includes a provision stating that Group 2 products integrating other Group 2 products must undergo conformity certification and fully declare compliance with all applicable technical standards governing both the host product and the integrated components. This extends the applicability of QCVN 136:2025/BKHCN to a broader range of products, including computers, telephones and mobile communication terminals.

Vietnam: MST – Standard for IP Camera Cybersecurity and Implementation Timeline Requirements

The Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) of Vietnam published QCVN 135:2024/BTTTT, the national technical regulation for surveillance cameras using Internet Protocol (IP) covering baseline cybersecurity requirements, on 31 December 2024. The local standard is equivalent to ETSI TS 103 701 V1.1.1. Starting from 1 January 2026, all imported IP cameras must obtain local test reports for the new standard QCVN 135:2024/BTTTT.

From 15 February 2026 onward, QCVN 135:2024/BTTTT will be applied for testing, type approval certification and declaration of conformity in Vietnam. At this stage, no regulation or guidance documents have yet been published concerning type approval certification or declaration of conformity procedures.

The Americas

Argentina: Decreto 892/2025 published

Argentina published Decreto 892/2025 in the Boletín Oficial on 16 December 2025. This new Decree establishes a general framework for recognizing foreign test reports and certifications for the importation and commercialization of products in Argentina.

There are no immediate changes to sector specific technical approval regimes, including ENACOM type approval for radio and telecommunications equipment. The Decree does not specifically address telecommunications equipment; therefore, the current ENACOM approval requirements remain unchanged.

Brazil: ANATEL Launches Public Consultation to Strengthen Homologation Seals

Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) has opened Public Consultation No. 12/2025 to gather feedback on proposed updates to the Operational Procedure for marking ANATEL’s homologation identification on telecommunications products. This initiative, part of ANATEL’s 2025–2026 Regulatory Agenda, aims to address vulnerabilities in the current marking system that make it susceptible to counterfeiting and misuse. The consultation is structured around nine evidence based questions and invites industry input on technical feasibility, enforcement effectiveness, economic impact, and alignment with international best practices.

Key focus areas include:

• Weaknesses in the current homologation seal that allow counterfeiting, unauthorized reproduction, or improper use.
• Potential technical or procedural improvements to strengthen product authenticity and traceability.
• Assessment of whether current physical marking requirements are suitable for different product categories.
• Feasibility of electronic or digital identification methods (e.g., e labels) as alternatives or complements to physical labels.
• Possible solutions for products where physical marking is impractical due to size or design constraints.

Feedback may be submitted through ANATEL’s official system. The consultation remains open until 4 February 2026.

Brazil: ANATEL Opens Public Consultation on Data Center Compliance

The Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (ANATEL) in Brazil opened Public Consultation No. 48 on 23 December 2025 regarding the compliance assessment of data centers that integrate telecommunications networks. The consultation will remain open for public comments until 3 March 2026. 

Cayman Islands: OfReg Issues Permitted Short Range Device Frequency Bands and Operating Parameters

The Utility Regulation and Competition Office (OfReg) of the Cayman Islands issued a Regulatory Notice on 10 December 2025 regarding the types of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) networks and services that require licensing by the Office. The Notice also includes, in Annex 2, the Permitted Short Range Device (SRD) Frequency Bands and their corresponding operating parameters.

Mexico: ATDT Publishes General Cybersecurity Policy

La Agencia de Transformación Digital y Telecomunicaciones (ATDT) in Mexico published the General Cybersecurity Policy on 17 December 2025, and the policy is now in effect. Its objective is to establish a comprehensive and unified cybersecurity framework that safeguards digital rights, protects government information and infrastructure, and ensures the resilience and continuity of digital services.

ATDT will issue technical guidelines, compliance criteria, and official formats for implementation within 180 calendar days from 18 December 2025.

Mexico: Fines issued for Non Compliance with NOM Labelling Requirements

Mexico published a Decree reforming the Customs Law on 19 November 2025. Under the updated provisions, devices that do not comply with NOM labelling requirements may be seized, and importers may face fines ranging from 250% to 300% of the commercial value of the imported goods.

Importers are advised to ensure that product labelling at the origin complies with the applicable NOMs, provide a Certificate of Conformity (CoC) or a Dictamen de Cumplimiento issued by an accredited Unidad de Inspección (UVA), and verify tariff classifications and applicable standards in advance.

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