Chile QR Code Requirements Updated for SRDs
Subtel has issued Resolution N° 2.219 (published November 24, 2025) as a key amendment to the comprehensive SRD regulatory framework introduced by Resolution N° 737. The Redefined Regulatory Framework The complete structure governing SRDs in Chile is now composed of three main resolutions: Resolution N° 1985: Continues to define the full framework for Short Range […]
Chile: Short-Range Equipment Regulation Overhauled
The Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications of Chile has issued Exempt Resolution N° 737, significantly modifying the 2017 technical standard for short-range equipment. This update reflects a crucial shift in how the country handles certification and compliance for devices using 5G and IoT technologies. Why This Matters Chile has experienced a sharp rise in certification […]
Chile: Common Charger Interoperability Requirements set in place for Phones and Laptops
Chile has recently passed a groundbreaking regulation aimed at promoting consumer rights, reducing electronic waste, and fostering sustainable technology practices. The new law establishes mandatory interoperability standards between mobile information and telecommunication devices and their chargers. This regulation brings Chile in line with global efforts to standardize charging systems and reduce environmental impact. Key Provisions […]
SUBTEL issues a Public Consultation for Short-Range Devices Compliance Requirements
The Subsecretariat of Telecommunications (SUBTEL) requires comments to modify Exenta Resolution No. 1,985 of 2017. These changes impact products leveraging new technologies like 5G and IoT. Key modifications include a self-assessment verification process and the requirement for a QR code containing commercial and technical information on product packaging and verified compliance by importers and manufacturers […]
CHILE: Advancement in Defining a Regulatory Framework for Cybersecurity Matters in The Country.
The Cybersecurity Marco Law project was recently approved by the Senate and is currently being analyzed by the Government, Decentralization and Regionalization Commission, and the Finance Commission. This project seeks to establish the first guidelines and basic mechanisms that allow structuring, regulating, and coordinating the cybersecurity actions of the State Administration bodies and between them […]
CHILE: SUBTEL Request TDLC for Comments on New Bidding for 5G
The Subsecretary of Telecommunications (SUBTEL) has initiated actions in order to enable the 3.5 GHz band for 5G mobile network services in the country. SUBTEL has consulted the Free Competition Defense Tribunal (TDLC) on the relevance of authorizing the current concessionaires of public wireless telephone service concessions in the 3.400-3.600 MHz band to incorporate mobile […]
CHILE: SUBTEL Publish RESOLUTION 2844 EXENTA Updating Limits for Medical Devices, Vehicular Radars, and WLAN 6GHz Devices (Wi-Fi 6E)
On September 14th, 2022, the Chilean authority for telecommunications (SUBTEL) issued Resolution No. 2844 to update three key items that define the frequency allocations and power limits for Short Range Devices. The main changes on this publication were made for: Medical Devices with wireless capabilities operating at 2400 – 2483.5 MHz (removal of the 50 […]
CHILE: Proposal on Universal USB-C Type
On Apr 21st the Chamber of Deputies in Chile proposed implementing a universal charger (type USB-C) for all the smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, portable speakers, and portable video consoles. With a transition period of 2 years from the publication of the law for implementation. Type Approval impacted: NoSpectrum Impacted: NoImports Impacted: YesStandards Impacted: Yes, standardized universal charger […]
CHILE: SUBTEL Publish Public Consultation Regarding 3400-3600 MHz Band
SUBTEL opens public consultation on reordering the use of the radio spectrum in the 3,400 – 3,600 MHz band to maximize the efficiency in the use of the radioelectric spectrum. The initiative seeks to complement the national spectrum policy to the current times, where the digitization and deployment of 5G networks will be key to […]
CHILE: SUBTEL updates Exenta 1985 (technical standard for short range devices)
On July 27th, 2021, the Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications, Sub-secretary of Telecommunications (SUBTEL) published Exenta Resolution 1321 in which the frequency band with its corresponding maximum electric field strength was added to item H related to equipment used for medical applications: 13.553 to 13.567 kHz 20 mV/m at 30 meters In addition, the limit […]