Radio Type Approval
What is Radio Type Approval?
Radio type approval is the process of testing and certifying products emitting radio frequencies such as wireless communication devices, mobile phones, and broadcast equipment to comply with country regulations.
Mandatory in most countries to ensure the safety and compliance of wireless devices, radio type approval includes requirements such as local frequency spectrum regulations, emissions, interference, and safety standards.
What documentation is needed for radio type approvals?
Radio type approvals can involve various tests and requirements based on the region and device type which often changes making it essential for companies to work with a reliable certification partner.
While most countries base their regulations on FCC or CE Standards, each country has their own frequency allocation plan and there can be many variances on bands allowed and output power limits from country to country. There are also multiple different approaches to the certification process and what each Authority considers mandatory documentation to grant an approval.
How do I get radio type approval for my products?
Global Validity’s team of expert global market certification specialists is dedicated to guiding you seamlessly through the radio type approval process. Our strong partnerships with qualified in-country agents and test labs ensure we help you meet your testing requirements efficiently, providing quick lead times and cost-effective solutions.
We work diligently on behalf of our clients to secure the best rates and qualified testing agents in each country, managing the entire certification process from start to finish. We review the documentation as we receive it and provide feedback on items that could cause issues and the best way to address them, to reduce risks of delays on the certification process.
Why Choose Global Validity?
Radio type approvals can involve various tests and requirements based on the region and device type which often changes making it essential for companies to work with a reliable certification partner.
Global Reach
We provide regulatory information and certifications for approximately 200 countries and territories by leveraging the relationships we built with qualified global regulatory organizations.
Expert People & Technology
Our Global Market Access Experts are equipped with the top technology in the industry, Access Manager, our proprietary regulatory certification management platform.
Confidence and Transparency
We will confidently lead your certification project while empowering you with total transparency along the way, creating an ecosystem fostering efficient processes and project control.
What radio equipment needs to be certified globally?
All radio equipment to be sold needs to be tested according to specific international and country guidelines. Our partnerships with in-country testing agents and labs empower us to facilitate fast and accurate testing. Most countries outside of the EU, US, and Canada require wireless devices to be certified and not accept CE or FCC markings.
A list of wireless that do require certification as examples include but are not limited to:
Computing Devices
- Laptops
- PDAs
- Printers
- Computers
- Game Stations
- Computer Accessories
Communication Devices
- Wireless Routers
- Wireless Switches
- VoIP Telephones
- Cellular Phones
- Bluetooth Headsets
- Internet of Things (IoT) Devices
Specialized Wireless Devices
- Tire Pressure Monitors
- Automobile Wireless Infotainment Systems
- RDIF Devices
- Smartwatches & Fitness Trackers
- Drones & UAVs
- Wireless Cameras & Security Systems
- Smart Home Devices
- Wireless Medical Devices