October 2025 Regulatory Newsletter: Belarus, Mauritania, Mexico, Iraq & 10 More Countries
October 2025 brought a dense wave of regulatory action across emerging and established markets, with telecommunications agencies introducing new spectrum rules, device certification frameworks, and institutional overhauls. The most consequential structural change came from Mexico, where IFETEL was formally replaced by the new Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT), reshaping how the country will govern its communications sector going forward. Alongside that transition, regulators in Belarus, Iraq, Mauritania, and several other jurisdictions issued binding technical rules that expand the scope of device compliance requirements.
This Month at a Glance
- New spectrum rules taking shape: Nigeria, Zambia, Pakistan, and Vietnam each published draft or final regulations governing 6 GHz band access, EMC standards, and short-range device licensing, reflecting a broader push to align national frameworks with emerging wireless technologies.
- Device certification tightened in key markets: Belarus overhauled its conformity attestation system, Iraq issued its first SRD and UWB regulation, and Egypt began phasing out 3G device approvals, signaling a shift toward stricter and more modern type approval regimes.
- Institutional change drives regulatory uncertainty: Mexico replaced IFETEL with the new CRT, while Australia updated its class licence for low-interference devices, illustrating how structural reforms are reshaping compliance landscapes and creating new obligations for device manufacturers and importers.
Country Updates
Belarus: Major Amendments to National Conformity Attestation Rules
October 28, 2025
Belarus has enacted substantial revisions to its National System for Conformity Attestation (NSPS), with changes taking effect October 17, 2025 under Resolution No. 109 from the State Committee for Standardization. The amendments reorganize the classification of conformity schemes and introduce updated requirements for how products must be tested and certified before reaching the Belarusian market. Manufacturers with existing certifications should evaluate whether their current documentation remains valid under the restructured framework.
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Mauritania: New Rules Issued for Low-Power and Short-Range Devices
October 28, 2025
Mauritania’s Regulatory Authority issued Decision No. 1100/2025 on October 22, 2025, establishing formal conditions for the use of low-power and short-range radio devices in the country. The decision defines permitted frequency bands, power limits, and applicable technical standards, providing manufacturers and importers with a clearer compliance baseline for products in these categories. Companies selling wireless consumer electronics or IoT devices in Mauritania should review the new requirements against their existing product specifications.
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Mexico: CRT Establishes Guidelines for Public Consultations on Telecom Regulations
October 28, 2025
The newly formed Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT) in Mexico has issued procedural guidelines governing how it will conduct public consultations on future telecommunications regulations. The guidelines lay out timelines, submission formats, and the criteria the commission will use to evaluate stakeholder input before finalizing rules. Industry participants looking to engage with Mexican telecom rulemaking should familiarize themselves with this framework early, as it will shape how regulations are developed under the new institutional structure.
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Iraq: New SRD and UWB Regulation Issued to Align with International Standards
October 28, 2025
Iraq’s Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has issued its first dedicated regulation for Short-Range Devices (SRDs) and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, effective September 22, 2025. The regulation establishes technical parameters and usage conditions for these device categories, filling a long-standing gap in Iraq’s radio communications framework. Manufacturers and exporters of SRD or UWB products targeting the Iraqi market should assess whether their current specifications meet the newly defined requirements.
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Mexico: IFETEL Officially Replaced with CRT, Operations Begin
October 28, 2025
As of October 17, 2025, Mexico’s Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFETEL) has been formally dissolved and replaced by the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT). The new body became operational on October 21, following the installation of its Plenary Session and the appointment of its leadership. Companies doing business in Mexico’s telecommunications sector will need to redirect compliance, certification, and licensing activities to the CRT going forward.
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Turkey: 5G Authorization Tender Establishes National Digital Milestone
October 20, 2025
Turkey has completed a significant step toward 5G deployment with the conclusion of its authorization tender, marking a formal milestone in the country’s national digitalization agenda. The tender process determines which operators will be licensed to deploy 5G networks across designated frequency bands, shaping the competitive landscape for wireless infrastructure in Turkey. Equipment manufacturers and device certification applicants should anticipate changes in type approval requirements as 5G infrastructure rollout accelerates.
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Brazil: Anatel Issues New Rules for Radar and Wireless Devices
October 20, 2025
Brazil’s Anatel issued Act No. 14158 on October 1, 2025, updating the technical requirements for radar systems and several other wireless device categories. The act modifies Annex I of Act No. 14,448 (2017) and will take effect April 6, 2026, giving industry time to adapt product documentation and certification filings. Manufacturers with radar or related wireless products sold in Brazil should audit their current approvals against the updated technical specifications before the effective date.
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Vietnam: Draft EMC Rule for Mobile Terminals
October 20, 2025
Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) opened public consultation on October 6, 2025, on a draft Circular and accompanying technical regulation for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of terminal equipment used in mobile information systems. The draft sets out testing and performance standards intended to align Vietnam’s requirements with international EMC frameworks. Stakeholders manufacturing or importing mobile handsets and related devices for the Vietnamese market should review the proposed standards and consider submitting comments before the consultation closes.
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Zambia: Draft Guidelines Issued for E-Band Spectrum Licensing
October 15, 2025
Zambia’s communications regulator has released draft guidelines for licensing use of the E-Band spectrum, covering the millimeter-wave frequencies used primarily for high-capacity point-to-point backhaul links. The draft outlines proposed licensing conditions, technical parameters, and fee structures, inviting public input before the guidelines are finalized. Operators and equipment suppliers active in Zambia’s wireless backhaul market should review the proposals and assess their implications for existing or planned network deployments.
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Australia: ACMA Finalizes New Class Licence for Low Interference Devices
October 13, 2025
Australia’s communications regulator, ACMA, has confirmed the Radiocommunications (Low Interference Potential Devices) Class Licence 2025, which took effect October 1, 2025, replacing the 2015 version. The updated class licence consolidates and revises the conditions under which low-power radio devices can be operated without individual licensing. Importers and manufacturers of consumer wireless products in Australia should verify that their product configurations remain compliant under the new instrument.
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Nigeria: Draft Guidelines for Lower 6 GHz Band Use
October 9, 2025
Nigeria’s Communications Commission (NCC) released draft regulatory guidelines in July 2025 for use of the lower 6 GHz band (5925 to 6425 MHz), with the update formally noted in October. The guidelines aim to enable next-generation Wi-Fi 6 and wireless access deployments while managing interference risks across the band. Device manufacturers targeting Nigeria with 6 GHz-capable Wi-Fi products should monitor the finalization of these guidelines and prepare for potential type approval updates.
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Mozambique: Telecom Regulation Revisions Open for Consultation
October 9, 2025
Mozambique’s Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM) launched four simultaneous public consultations on proposed revisions to core telecommunications regulations, with stakeholder submissions due October 17, 2025. The consultations cover a range of areas including licensing frameworks and service provider obligations, representing a broad modernization effort for the country’s telecoms rules. Industry participants with operations or market interests in Mozambique should evaluate the proposed changes and consider engaging in the consultation process.
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Brazil: ANATEL Proposes Update to Aeronautical Mobile Service Rules
October 9, 2025
Anatel opened Public Consultation No. 36/2025 to revise technical and operational requirements for Limited Aeronautical Mobile Service stations, with submissions accepted through October 26, 2025. The revision seeks to align Brazil’s national rules with international standards for this specialized category of communications equipment. Manufacturers and operators of aeronautical mobile communications systems in the Brazilian market should review the proposed changes and assess whether compliance updates will be needed.
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Pakistan: PTA Authorizes Use of 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi 7 Deployment
October 9, 2025
Pakistan’s Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has formally authorized license-exempt use of the 6 GHz frequency band, specifically to support the deployment of Wi-Fi 7 and other next-generation wireless access technologies. The authorization sets out the permissible power levels and technical conditions for operating devices in this band. Device manufacturers planning to certify 6 GHz-capable Wi-Fi products in Pakistan should review the PTA’s technical parameters to confirm alignment with their product specifications.
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Bermuda: Updated Type Approval Compliance for RF Devices and Importers
October 1, 2025
Bermuda’s Regulatory Authority (RA) has issued a renewed compliance notice reminding importers and resellers of radiofrequency equipment of their obligations under the Electronic Communications Act 2011. The notice reaffirms that mandatory Type Approval is required for all end-user radio apparatus prior to sale or distribution in Bermuda. Importers dealing in RF devices should ensure that current product lines carry valid type approval certificates to avoid enforcement action.
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Egypt: 3G Device Approvals to Be Suspended Starting October 2025
October 1, 2025
Egypt’s National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has announced that it will suspend type approval and import authorization for 3G-only mobile devices beginning October 2025. The policy reflects Egypt’s strategic push to phase out legacy network technology in favor of more advanced mobile standards. Manufacturers and importers of 3G mobile devices targeting the Egyptian market should treat this as a hard deadline for product portfolio planning and certification strategy.
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