GMA News - 2026/10

 Bahrain

Bahrain TRA Updates Technical Specifications – Requirements for Type Approval

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) released “Technical Specifications – Requirements for Type Approval” Version 1.1 on July 30, 2026. The revised specification updates spectrum allocations, maximum power limits, and licensing requirements across several wireless technologies. The main changes are as follows:

• Wideband Data Transmission Systems (5,725-5,875 MHz): The maximum permissible power is reduced to 200 mW, and the applicable standard has been updated to EN 301 893.
• Private Mobile Radios (PMR): Certain power categories for vehicle-mounted devices and base stations have been removed; a Specific License is now required.
• Outdoor Fixed Wireless Data Transmission (57-66 GHz): Outdoor installation is now permitted; the maximum permissible power has been increased from 10 W to 55 dBm; Devices must also support a spectrum sharing mechanism (e.g., LBT + DAA).
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV): Its dedicated section is removed, and the requirements are incorporated into the Short-Range Device (SRD) regulatory framework.

 

 Brazil

Brazil ANATEL Implements New Certification System

Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (ANATEL) has developed a new certification system, CERTIFICA, to replace the existing Mosaico-SCH system, effective September 8, 2026. CERTIFICA will be integrated with the SEI-ANATEL electronic information platform. Under the new system, local representatives are required to complete their registration in SEI-ANATEL and grant the necessary authorization to the Certification Body. Applicants who have not completed the required registration and authorization process will not be able to submit certification applications through the new system, which may impact the timelines for obtaining ANATEL approvals for their products.

 

Brazil ANATEL Issues Updated 2026 Frequency Band Allocation Plan

The Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (ANATEL) issued Resolution no. 789, approving the Brazilian Plan for the Allocation, Designation, and Distribution of Frequency Bands (PDFF) and amending the Regulation on the Channelization and Conditions of Use of Radio Frequencies for Broadcasting Services and Their Ancillary Services (RCC-SRA). The new Resolution came into effect on August 12, 2026, replacing Resolution no. 772 of 2025.

 

 Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic INDOTEL Updates Technical Regulations for the 915-928 MHz Band

The Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (INDOTEL) released Resolution No. 074-2026 on September 4, 2026, establishing technical requirements for low-power devices and industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) applications operating in the 915-928 MHz band. The new regulation applies to low-power devices, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, RFID systems, smart meters, and other short-range wireless applications. The main technical requirements are as follows:

Device Category	Permitted Band	Max. EIRP
General Low-Power Devices	915-928 MHz	100 mW
FHSS / Digitally Modulated Systems	915-928 MHz	1 W
Industrial / Commercial RFID Systems	920-926 MHz	4 W

 

 Honduras

Honduras CONATEL Updates Frequency Allocation Plan and Wireless Equipment Framework

The National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL) released Resolution NR 003/26, amending the “Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP)”, which came into effect on September 2, 2026. The main changes are as follows:

• The frequency range for Wireless Access Systems and Radio Local Area Networks (WAS/RLAN) is expanded from 5,925-6,425 MHz to 5,925-7,125 MHz.
• The 2,500-2,690 MHz band is now assigned to private IMT networks.
• The 1,990-2,010 MHz and 2,180-2,200 MHz bands are allocated for Mobile Satellite Services (MSS).
• The 3,300-3,800 MHz band is designated for IMT applications.
• A new coexistence framework for Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbit (NGSO) satellite systems is adopted for the 10.7-12.7 GHz, 17.3-18.6 GHz, and 19.7-20.2 GHz bands.

 

 Hong Kong

Hong Kong OFCA Updates Base Station and Repeater Frequency Band Performance Specifications

The Office of the Communications Authority (OFCA) issued “HKCA 1056 Issue 3” and “HKCA 1072 Issue 2” in August 2026, incorporating NB-IoT base stations into the application scope and updating the relevant technical requirements for E-UTRA base stations and repeaters. The main points are as follows:

• FDD Base Stations and Repeaters, including NB-IoT

Band Arrangement	Uplink (BS Receive)	Downlink (BS Transmit)
Paired Band	703-748 MHz	758-803 MHz
	825-837.5 MHz	870-882.5 MHz
	880-915 MHz	925-960 MHz
	1,710-1,785 MHz	1,805-1,880 MHz
	1,920-1,980 MHz	2,110-2,170 MHz
	2,500-2,570 MHz	2,620-2,690 MHz

 

• TDD Base Stations, including NB-IoT, excluding Repeaters

Band Arrangement	Operating Band
Unpaired Band	2,300-2,390 MHz
	3,300-3,400 MHz
	3,400-3,600 MHz (any unwanted emissions in the 3,700-4,200 MHz band shall not exceed -52 dBm/MHz)

 

Hong Kong OFCA Updates ISM Equipment Conformance Specification

The Office of the Communications Authority (OFCA) issued “HKCA 1007 Issue 6” in August 2026, updating the operating frequency bands for Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) Equipment as shown in the above table.

Frequency Range (MHz)
6,765-6,795
13,553-13,567
26,957-27,283
40,66-40,70
2,400-2,483.5
5,725-5,875
24,000-24,250
61,000-61,500
122,000-123,000
244,000-246,000

 

 Korea

Korea KATS Updates Safety Management Guidelines for Electrical Appliances and Household Products

The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) issued Notice No. 2026-191 on July 31, 2026, revising the “Operational Guidelines for Electrical Appliances and Household Products Safety Management.” The amendments will come into effect on November 1, 2026, with the following changes:

• Appendix 2: Revised the classification criteria for tablet PCs and smartphones. The definition of a tablet PC is changed from a device with a screen having a diagonal length of 17 cm or greater to 20 cm or greater. Devices with voice calling functionality are also classified as tablet PCs.
• Appendix 19: Revised the self-inspection test items for single cells, replacing the Overcharge Test with the Crush Test.

 

Korea KATS Updates Mercury Limits in Lighting Equipment Safety Standards

The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) issued the Notice No. 2026-192 on September 10, 2026, revising the mercury content requirements in accordance with the “Minamata Convention on Mercury”. The main changes are as follows:

• KC 60968 “Self-ballasted lamps for general lighting services - Safety requirements”: Mercury content requirements, previously differentiated by wattage, are revised to a uniform requirement of non-detectable mercury content (0.0 mg).
• KC 61195 “Double-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety requirements”: Mercury content requirements for halophosphate phosphor fluorescent lamps are revised to non-detectable (0.0 mg). A phase-out requirement is introduced for triband phosphor fluorescent lamps, which must meet the non-detectable (0.0 mg) requirement starting December 31, 2027.
• KC 61199 “Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Safety requirements”: The mercury content limit is revised from below 5 mg to non-detectable (0.0 mg).

 

 Mexico

Mexico CRT Issues Amendment to Technical Specification IFT-011-2022

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT) issued the amendment to Technical Specification IFT-011-2022, Part 3 on August 28, 2026. The amendments establish technical requirements for mobile terminal equipment to receive and display risk and emergency alerts through the Cell Broadcast Service (CBS). The revised provisions introduce new alert categories and channel configurations as well as update requirements for alert display, audible notifications, vibration patterns, and conformity assessment procedures. Certain critical emergency alert messages may not be disabled by users. This amendment will come into effect on October 27, 2026, 60 calendar days after publication.

 

 Madagascar

Madagascar ARTEC Reiterates Sample Submission Requirements for Telecommunications Type Approval

The Regulatory Authority for Communication Technologies (ARTEC), in accordance with Decree No. 2014-1650, has reiterated that telecommunications terminal equipment is required to obtain type approval prior to importation into Madagascar. In addition to submitting the required application and technical documentation, applicants must also provide equipment samples and user manuals for verification by ARTEC as part of the approval process.

 

 United Arab Emirates

UAE TDRA Updates Regulatory Frameworks for Aeronautical and UAR Systems

The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) released updated versions of the “Regulatory Framework for Aeronautical Radio Systems (4.0)” and “Regulatory Framework for Unmanned Aircraft Radio Systems (3.0)” on July 22, 2026, revising spectrum management and regulatory requirements for aviation and unmanned aircraft systems.

 

 Vietnam

Vietnam Updates Product Quality Management Framework with E-Labeling and Risk Classification

The Vietnamese Government and the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) issued “Decree No. 37/2026/ND-CP”, “Circular No. 14/2026/TT-BKHCN”, and “Circular No. 36/2026/TT-BKHCN” in 2026, establishing a risk-based quality management framework that replaces the Group 1 and Group 2 classification systems. The new framework introduces medium-risk and high-risk product categories and updates requirements related to conformity assessment, supplier's declaration of conformity (SDoC), product traceability, electronic labeling (E-Label), and digital product passports (DPP). The main points are as follows:

Effective Date	Document	Main Content
January 23, 2026	Decree No. 37/2026/NĐ-CP	Implements the “Law on Product Quality”, introducing risk-based product management, traceability, e-labeling, and DPP requirements.
May 25, 2026	Circular No. 14/2026/TT-BKHCN	Defines conformity assessment procedures Methods 1-8 and requires registration in Vietnam Standards, Metrology, and Quality Database.
July 1, 2026	Circular No. 36/2026/TT-BKHCN	Publishes lists of medium- risk and high-risk products and specifies applicable QCVNs, HS Codes, and import control obligations.

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