International Regulatory Telecom and Safety Approval
Malaysia
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Is country specific certification required or is CE/FCC approval sufficient?
- Country specific certification required
What is the lead time to obtain type approval?
- 4-5 weeks
Are there any marking or logo requirements?
- Yes.
Is in country testing required or can we leverage existing FCC or CE test reports?
- Many products do require in country testing as well as current CE Mark test reports. Contact CSIA for more details.
What are the types of equipment that would require approval in this country?
- Most products using telecom technology such as WIFI, Bluetooth, cellular and satellite.
Do I need an in country local representative or local certificate holder?
- A local representative is required.
Type approval in Malaysia synapse
Importing for testing or trial purpose prior to obtaining a SIRIM type approval certificate for Malaysia is allowed.
CSIA can work with your branch office or vendor by sending a shipment invoice for him to apply an import permit.
Once in place you would be allowed to ship these samples to a Malaysia importer. CSIA can provide more details as well as a quote for this service if required.
Chargers being imported and sold in Malaysia, ( Non Wireless Devices) must apply for SIRIM Permit approval number.
This number issued by SIRIM can be used to apply for an import permit for each importation (same number issued for RF certificate). This is different than a Malaysia type approval certificate issued by SIRIM.
Malaysia update:
September 2022
Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission recently published its Class Assignment No. 2 of 2022 which allocates certain frequency bands to various types of devices including SRDs, UWBs, Radio Access Devices, Remote Controlled Devices, RFIDs, Automotive Radars etc. One of the most crucial amendments is setting new output power limits for Short-Range Radiocommunication Devices (SRDs) operating in the 5150-5350 MHz frequency range depending on indoor and outdoor use.
May 2022
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) reminds customers that all GSM, LTE, and 5G CBE devices imported to Malaysia must be certified according to the Technical Codes for IMT-2020 (Fifth Generation) Cellular Booster Equipment and Global System for Mobile Communications and Long-Term Evolution – Cellular Booster Equipment approved in August 2021. Applications that fulfill the technical code and certification requirements will be granted full approval and are allowed for a maximum validity period of 5 years. Renewal applications for existing approval of GSM, LTE, and 5G Booster Equipment are no longer allowed and these existing applications are expired effective immediately. A new Normal Application is required to meet new technical code requirements for Cellular Booster Equipment.
March 2022
The Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia (SKMM) allows the use of the 6 GHz frequency band for WLAN systems and authorises two new frequency bands for inductive application devices.
February 2022
On December 31, 2021, the 3G network stopped working in Malaysia. With this regard, SIRIM QAS International introduced the changes in renewal and type approval procedures for 3G devices that became effective from January 1, 2022.
December 2021
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is in the process of reviewing the potential use of the 5925-7125 MHz (6 GHz) frequency band for Wi-Fi. During the review, certification of the 6 GHz band will not be permitted for Wi-Fi. Applicants for type approval must ensure the 6 GHz frequency is disabled on devices that support the 6 GHz frequency band prior to submitting applications. Devices operating in the 6 GHz frequency band under Special Approval are not permitted to be certified or imported until further notice.
October 2021
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) recently published the following Technical Codes:
IMT-2020 (Fifth Generation) – User Equipment
IMT-2020 (Fifth Generation) – Base Station
This technical code for the IMT-2020 (Fifth Generation) - User Equipment (‘this Technical Code’) was developed pursuant to section 185 of the Act 588 by the Malaysian Technical Standards Forum Bhd (MTSFB) via its Fixed and Wireless Terminal Working Group. This Technical Code was developed for the purpose of certifying communications equipment under the Communications and Multimedia (Technical Standards) Regulations 2000.
This Technical Code specifies the minimum requirements for User Equipment (UE) that are intended for use in connection with IMT-2020 public mobile telecommunications service in Malaysia. The UE may include, but not limited to, cellular mobile terminals, handheld, portable and vehicle-mounted equipment, and Radio Frequency (RF) interface cards and modems. This Technical Code applies to IMT-2020 (Fifth Generation) User Equipment (5G UE) based on the technologies as specified in applicable Malaysian Standards, technical codes, international standards, ITU Recommendations and its radio regulations as agreed and adopted by Malaysia.
July 2021
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has released additional requirements for the certification and importation of Wireless Media Players (WMP) and Set-Top Boxes (STB). New applications and renewals of Certificates of Compliance (CoC) and Certificates of Approval (CoA) will be subjected to these additional requirements starting January 1, 2022. The current temporary freeze on all new applications for the certification of WMP and STB devices will remain in effect until these new requirements are implemented.
October 2020
3G Network Phase Out Plan Announced
The Government of Malaysia has announced their plan to phase out 3G network coverage by the end of 2021. Starting January 1, 2021, approvals (including renewals) will no longer be issued for 3G-only devices and 4G-capable mobile phones without Voice over LTE (VoLTE). The goal of this plan is to improve the existing 4G network and to ensure the foundation for the 5G network.
June 2020
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission’s (MCMC) IPV6 Certification Program will be mandated in July of 2020. All direct connection equipment that connects to a Malaysian service provider is subject to this program. Examples of direct connection equipment includes access points, gateways, and mobile phones.
Local testing is required, and facilities will be available during the third quarter of this year (though availability might be subject to change based on the pandemic). Certification requirements include:
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Product Labelling/Marking
Technical Documentation
Electrical Safety
Testing Sample, Including the Required Software and Instructions
Testing per Requirements Delineated in MCMC Technical Code (MCMC MTSFB TC T013:2019)
Testing Conducted by SIRIM Laboratory (or Another Accredited Laboratory).
January 2020
SIRIM has introduced additional certification requirements for Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID) working in the 915 MHz frequency band due to complaints regarding interference from RFID products in the local mobile network.
The revisions are as follows:
- All RFIDs are obligated to meet the technical requirements in MCMC MTSFB TC T007.
- New and existing RFIDs must set Malaysia as the default frequency range.
- Any literature about the product, including specifications and user manuals, must identify Malaysian frequency range(s).
- All documentation intended for end-users, consumers, and buyers must be submitted for certification.If applicants do not meet the above requirements, certifications will be cancelled and products will be recalled.
Contact CSIA for up to date information
March 2018
LTE UE shall comply with the EMC emission requirements as defined in the ETSI EN 301 489-1 and specific to mobile phones, ETSI EN 301 489-34 shall also be complied.
As regulations change from time to time in many countries you should contact CSIA for up to date information.
CSIA can also provide supporting services should your company not be able to meet country specific requirements such as a local representative, local certificate holder, translating documents into the native language, etc. Contact CSIA at (503) 489 8006 or quotes@csiassoc.com for all your FCC certification, CE certification, Industry Canada and International Approval needs. CSIA provides all of your GMA (Global Market Access) needs with one stop shopping!