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Saudi Arabia - CST Type Approval - Overview

Our Saudi Arabia CST Type Approval service is designed to support your business in obtaining the required certification for telecommunication and radio equipment in Saudi Arabia. The Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) mandates that all radio frequency (RF) and information technology (IT) devices meet Saudi Arabian technical standards before entering the market.

 

This certification process evaluates compliance with both local and international standards, such as those set by the Radio Equipment Directive (RED), and generally does not require local in-country testing, making it a more streamlined and accessible process for companies worldwide.

 

With CST approval, your product certification remains valid for two years, ensuring that you meet ongoing regulatory and safety standards.

 

We offer end-to-end support for navigating the CST Type Approval process, handling documentation, and compliance requirements on your behalf. Our team guides you through preparing the technical construction files (TCF), declarations, and necessary forms, ensuring that all requirements are met in alignment with CST guidelines.

 

This includes reviewing and verifying international test reports and certifications, ensuring they align with CST criteria to avoid delays. By leveraging our expertise, you can achieve a quicker market entry with comprehensive support throughout the approval process.

We provide following services package for your Saudi Arabia CST Type Approval and market access needs:

  • Guidance on CST Approval Scope and Testing Standards specific to your project

  • Complete Management of CST Type Approval Process from documentation review and preparation to certification completion

  • Assistance with CST Saudi Arabia Type Approval Recertification and Modifications

  • Complete management of re-certifications in-case of major updates and hardware modifications of the certified equipment

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Saudi Arabia Apprval Summay

Saudi Arabia CST/CITC Type Approval - Summary:

  • Concerned Authority : Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) (https://www.cst.gov.sa/

  • Applicable Radio and Telecommunication Equipment Certification : CST Type Approval (previously known as CITC type approval)

  • Required Documents:

    • Technical Literature of Device (User Manual, Specifications/Data Sheet, Operational Description)​

    • Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

    • RF,EMC,Health and Safety Test Reports as per applicable Test standards

    • GSMA TAC Letter(for cellular devices)

    • Product External and internal Photos

    • Network infrastructure testing reports for cellular and similar equipment

  • Sample Requirements: Samples are only required for Mobile Phones and other cellular products for pre-infrastructure network testing prior to applications submission as per CST mandatory requirements

  • Approval Validity: Two years 

  • In-country Testing Requirements: Yes

  • Local Representation : Required 

  • Labelling Requirement: Yes, required

  • Lead time : 3-5 Weeks (Additional lead time of up-to 16 weeks can be required for projects where in-country network testing is required)

Saudi Arabia Exempt Items

List of Exempt Items from Saudi Arabia CST Type Approval:

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