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Seirra Leone - NATCA Type Approval - Overview

Our NATCA Sierra Leone Type Approval service streamlines the certification process for telecommunications and ICT equipment, ensuring full compliance with Sierra Leone’s regulations.

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We assist manufacturers and importers in obtaining the necessary Type Approval certification for wireless devices, mobile phones, network equipment, and more, working directly with the National Telecommunications Commission (NATCA).

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Our knowledgeable team manages the entire approval process to ensure products meet national safety, quality, and spectrum standards.

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Our services include:

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  • Expert Consultation: Guidance on the scope of approval and applicable test standards for devices in Sierra Leone.

  • Fee and Charges Management: Handling all local fees and government charges associated with Type Approval applications.

  • Testing and Sample Coordination: Management of the local testing process and submission of device samples, when required. 

  • Process Oversight: Comprehensive management of the entire NATCA Type Approval process.

  • Support for Re-Approvals: Assistance with re-approvals for devices undergoing hardware or software modifications.

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With our efficient certification service, you can confidently enter Sierra Leone’s market.

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Sierra Leone Apprval Summary

Seirra Leone NATCA Type Approval - Summary:

  • Concerned Authority : National Communications Authority (NatCA) (www.natcom.gov.sl)

  • Applicable Radio and Telecommunication Equipment Certification : Seirra Leone NATCA Type Approval

  • Required Documents:

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

    • Circuit Diagrams, PCB layout, Part List, Schematics

    • Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

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

    • GSMA TAC Letter(for cellular devices)

  • Sample Requirements: Generally not required. 

  • Approval Validity: Unlimited

  • In-country Testing Requirements: Yes

  • Local Representation : No

  • Lead time : 3-5 Weeks

Sierra Leone Exempt Items

List of Exempt Items from Seirra Type Approval:

  • N/A

Sierra Leone Prohibited Items

Tanzania Regulatory Updates and Articles:

List of Prohibited Items from Seirra Leone Sales, Import and Type Approval:

The following types of equipment are prohibited for import or sale in Sierra Leone.

 

  • 1. Radio Frequency Spectrum Scanning Receivers

  • 2. Military Communication Equipment

  • 3. Telephone Voice Changing Equipment

  • 4. Automatic Call Diverters

  • 5. Radio-communication Equipment operating in GSM frequency bands except Cellular

  • Mobile Phones or such other equipment approved by the Commission (e.g., SIM Box

  • Detectors)

  • 6. Radio-communication Jamming Devices operating in any frequency band.

  • 7. Analogue TV Transmitters (starting 2021)

  • 8. TV sets with Analogue Tuners only (starting in 2021)

Contact

Our Team Looks forward to hearing from you on your Sierra Leone NATCA Type Approval Requirements

+92 321 437 8896

Sierra Leone contact
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