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.
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Fee and Charges Management: Handling all local fees and government charges associated with Type Approval applications.
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Testing and Sample Coordination: Management of the local testing process and submission of device samples, when required.
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Process Oversight: Comprehensive management of the entire NATCA Type Approval process.
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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.
Seirra Leone NATCA Type Approval - Summary:
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Concerned Authority : National Communications Authority (NatCA) (www.natcom.gov.sl)
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Applicable Radio and Telecommunication Equipment Certification : Seirra Leone NATCA Type Approval
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Required Documents:
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Technical Literature of Device (User Manual, Specifications/Data Sheet)
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Circuit Diagrams, PCB layout, Part List, Schematics
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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
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RF,EMC,Health and Safety Test Reports as per applicable Test standards
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GSMA TAC Letter(for cellular devices)
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Sample Requirements: Generally not required.
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Approval Validity: Unlimited
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In-country Testing Requirements: Yes
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Local Representation : No
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Lead time : 3-5 Weeks
List of Exempt Items from Seirra Type Approval:
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N/A
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.
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1. Radio Frequency Spectrum Scanning Receivers
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2. Military Communication Equipment
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3. Telephone Voice Changing Equipment
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4. Automatic Call Diverters
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5. Radio-communication Equipment operating in GSM frequency bands except Cellular
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Mobile Phones or such other equipment approved by the Commission (e.g., SIM Box
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Detectors)
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6. Radio-communication Jamming Devices operating in any frequency band.
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7. Analogue TV Transmitters (starting 2021)
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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