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Jordan TRC Issues New Type Approval Rules 2025

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04-NOV-25

Highlights / Changes: 

  • - New 2025 Instructions govern approval for entry, use, retention, and trade of telecom and terminal equipment in Jordan.
  • - Introduces clear classifications: wired, radio, terminal, and infrastructure equipment.
  • - Defines Type Approval (for model compliance) and Entry Approval (for import authorization).
  • - Only registered companies or licensed agents may apply for approvals.
  • - Validity of type approval: 2 years, renewable 3 months before expiry.
  • -  Local authorized representatives (companies approved to act on behalf of foreign entities) have a 1-year validity period for their authorization. 
  • - Temporary entry allowed for up to 6 months; may be extended in special cases.
  • - Adds clear provisions for research and development imports, private use, and refurbished/remanufactured equipment.
  • - Requires compliance with ETSI or FCC standards and ILAC-accredited testing reports.
  • - Exemptions list expanded (e.g., Bluetooth devices, wired telephones, short-range toys).
  • - All previous type approval instructions (2005–2007) are repealed.

For Existing Licensees: 

  • - For local companies must renew type approvals every 1 year.
  • - Any changes to model, manufacturer, or standards require a new approval.
  • - Public telecom operators may import infrastructure equipment after TRC approval.

For New Applicants: 

  • - Must provide DoC, test reports, IMEI registration (if applicable), and photos.
  • - Applications must be completed within one month of TRC notification if documents are missing.

Effective Date:  September 16, 2025

Please note that the official text is published in Arabic. You can download it here: Instructions No. 2 of 2025 (PDF, Arabic) 

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