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Regulatory Approval
Type Approval in Ethiopia
The Ethiopian Communications Authority (ECA) of Ethiopia plays a central role in the regulation and development of the information and communications technology (ICT) sector in the country. It aims to ensure that Ethiopia adopts modern technologies and innovations in communications, boosting the national economy and improving the quality of life.
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Type approval in Ethiopia requires acceptable CE or FCC test reports.
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Lead time is approximately 8-10 weeks from the time all documents have been collected.
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Certificate is valid for 2 years.
ECA Label requirements:
While there are no specific label requirements, it is suggested you use the FCC or CE Mark guidelines.
Frequencies allowed in Ethiopia
the 900 MHz frequency band is allowed in Ethiopia and is actively used by mobile network operators like Ethio Telecom for mobile services, including 2G and 3G networks; new operators entering the market are also allocated spectrum in the 900 MHz band.
Contact CSIA for more information on the frequency allocation in Ethiopia.
Regulatory Updates For Ethiopia
October 2024
The Ethiopian Communications Authority has issued a new directive, setting out license fees for companies applying to become internet service providers (ISPs), with costs reaching up to five million birr. The directive, issued under Communication Service Decree No. 1148/2011, also mandates that licensed companies pay an annual service charge of 1% of their gross income.