Israel Network Shutdown: All 2G/3G Services Ending 2025
Israel Network Shutdown: Preparing for the 2G and 3G Sunset Israel is entering the final phase of its network shutdown, which will see 2G and 3G services fully phased out by December 31, 2025. This transition supports modernization of mobile communications, paving the way for advanced 4G and 5G networks. What the Israel Network Shutdown […]
Israel: MoE Releases Draft Guidelines for Importing Goods with Official Standards for Public Comment
The Economy Ministry has announced a revised edition of the guidelines for standardization, reflecting significant amendments to the Standards Law (5713-1953, Amendment No. 19) and the Import and Export Ordinance (5739-1979, Amendment No. 7). These updates introduce an additional standardization track based on European regulations and adjust compliance requirements for importers. Key changes include centralized […]
Israel: Ministry of Economy reminds Lithium Batteries Standard Instructions and Dealers Information
In a publication on November 13th, 2024, the Israeli Ministry of Economy highlights essential updates for businesses importing, manufacturing, or marketing products with lithium batteries. The Israeli Standard 62133 Part 2, aligned with the European Standard IEC 62133-2, remains the benchmark for ensuring safety in lithium batteries under intended use and reasonable misuse. Dealers must […]
Israel: Public Consultation on Control of Imported Shipments
The Commissioner of Standardization has released a draft document titled “Directions and Instructions regarding the Control of Imported Shipments” for public consultation. This move precedes the implementation of the “No Stopping at the Port” reform, set to commence on July 1, 2024. Stakeholders, including product compliance experts and project managers, are invited to submit their […]
Israel: MoC instructs mobile companies to activate a virtual SIM service (eSIM) in the coming months
The introduction of eSIM technology into the Israeli communications market, as highlighted by the Minister of Communication, aims to enhance mobility for evacuees and reserve soldiers, eliminating the need for physical SIM cards and facilitating cost-effective packages for families traveling abroad. The Director General of the Ministry of Communications emphasizes the need to provide maximum […]
Israel – MoC to Close 2G and 3G Networks by December 2025
The Ministry of Communications has issued a reminder with respect to the closure of the cellular networks operating on 2nd and 3rd generation technologies, or as they refer to them: “the old technologies”. The initial decision was published in June 2021. 1- This decision aims to promote the modernization of the telecom infrastructure in Israel. […]
ISRAEL: MoC Calls for Comments on Wireless Regulations Amendment
The Ministry of Communications has opened a public hearing containing the revised rules for approving wireless equipment. The authority highlighted that “The demand for radio frequencies has intensified in recent years, with the development of wireless applications in various fields – civilian, commercial and security. Along with the ease of regulation in allowing wireless devices […]
ISRAEL: Deployment of Optic Fiber and 5G Cellular Infrastructure
The Ministry of Communications (MoC) launched a new campaign through the Government Advertising Bureau and is launching the high-speed Internet revolution in Israel, which is in full swing – the deployment of the optic fiber and the fifth-generation cellular infrastructure. The advanced technologies are being deployed at an accelerated pace throughout the country, enabling millions […]
ISRAEL: MoC to Close 2G and 3G Networks by December 2025
In favor of new technologies and 5th generation cellular, the Ministry of Communications (MoC) is carrying out a plan to close the 2-3 generation networks. The plan consists of three phases: – Phase A – Prohibition of commercial import of mobile devices that support only old technologies as of January 1, 2022. Notice will be […]
ISRAEL: Easing Regulations Regarding the Import of Wireless Products into Israel
The Minister of Communications has now published the list of products that will make part of the strategy published on March 4th and that are exempt from the need to obtain Ministerial approval. This is a significant update in the regulation, which will encourage competition in the wireless products market and communication products.