Unlock Global Markets with Confidence
Bringing wireless and connected devices to market worldwide requires more than innovative engineering; it demands precise compliance with regulatory frameworks in every target country. International Type Approval ensures that your products meet the technical, safety, and legal requirements across North & South America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and Asia-Pacific. Without a coordinated approval strategy, even the most promising products risk incurring costly launch delays or being blocked from market entry.
MiCOM Labs simplifies this process. As a Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) for multiple regions, we test and certify across domains such as:
- FCC Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB)
- ISED-recognized Foreign Certification Body (FCB)
- EU Notified Body (NB)
- Japan MIC (RCB)
- UKCA Approved Body (UKAB)
Additionally, our recognition enables test reports to be accepted by many other markets. With proprietary platforms like MiTest® and MiCMS®, we automate testing workflows, manage multi-region filings, and ensure complete, error-free documentation, helping you launch globally with confidence.
What is International Type Approval?
Type approval is the process of demonstrating that a product meets the regulatory, technical, and safety standards of its target market. For wireless and IoT devices, this typically includes:
- RF Testing: Transmit power, frequency allocations, DFS functionality, and spurious emissions, etc.
- EMC Compliance: Verifying that devices don’t interfere with other equipment and that
- are immune to equipment radiating on them.
- Electrical Safety Validation: Protecting users from hazards.
- SAR/MPE Testing: Assessing human exposure to RF energy.
- Cybersecurity: Required under the EU RED Article 3.3 from 1 August 2025, with similar rules emerging worldwide.
Key Type Approval Requirements by Market
Bringing a connected product to global markets implies navigating a web of country-specific regulations, authorities, and timelines. Planning ahead ensures faster market entry and fewer surprises. The table below highlights key type approval paths in major regions, allowing you to plan your certification strategy with clarity and confidence. The following timelines are for issuing certification after completion of testing.
| Market/Region | Authority | Certification Path | Timeline | Notes |
| United States | FCC (Federal Communications Commission) | Equipment Authorization via TCB | Can be > 1 week, device specific | Modular approvals are possible; DFS and labeling must be considered. |
| Canada | ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development) | Certification via FCB | Can be > 1 week, device specific | Relies on the Radio Equipment List (REL); bilingual labeling is required. |
| European Union | EU RED (Radio Equipment Directive) | CE Marking via Declaration of Conformity (NB opinion if needed) | Can be > 3/4 weeks, device specific | RED Article 3.3 cybersecurity applies as of August 1, 2025. |
| United Kingdom | Ofcom / UK Approved Body | UKCA Marking with Approved Body involvement if needed | Can be > 3/4 weeks, device specific | UKCA marking required; accepted alongside CE until 31 Dec 2027. |
| Japan | MIC (Ministry of Internal Affairs & Communications) | Giteki certification via RCB | Can be > 3 weeks, device specific | Strict antenna/EIRP limits; Giteki labeling required. |
| Australia / NZ | ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) | Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) | 3–4 weeks | Requires local presence; RCM marking (including e-labels) allowed. |
The table above highlights representative type approval paths in major markets where MiCOM Labs holds direct certification authority. Additional markets across Latin America, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and other regions follow similar frameworks, and we coordinate testing and certification through our global partner network.
Additional Regional Coverage
| Region | Representative Markets | Typical Approach |
| Latin America | Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia | FCC or ETSI-based standards; local testing is required in Brazil and Argentina |
| Asia-Pacific (Extended) | South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines | Mix of APEC MRA recognition, acceptance of FCC/EU test data, and local certification processes |
| Middle East & Africa | UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa | Often accept FCC/CE reports; local representation required |
| China | SRRC, CCC | Mandatory in-country testing and certification |
| India | WPC/TEC | Mandatory in-country testing and certification |
MiCOM Labs coordinates certifications across multiple countries through direct certification authority, mutual recognition agreements, and accredited local partner networks.
Technical Prerequisites
Before any device can earn market approval, regulators expect proof that it’s safe and secure. That means complying with a defined set of technical requirements. Tests that validate everything from radio performance, EMC and electrical safety to cybersecurity resilience. While the exact mix of tests varies by country, most markets require some combination of the following tests:
| Requirement | Purpose | Markets Commonly Requiring |
| RF Testing | Validates frequency use, power, DFS compliance, emissions | Global market requirement |
| EMC Compliance | Confirms emissions and immunity | EU, global |
| Safety Testing | Protects users from electrical hazards | Global market requirement |
| SAR/Exposure Limits | Ensures safe human RF exposure | Global market requirement |
| Cybersecurity Tests | Protects networks and data (RED 3.3) | EU (from Aug 2025), emerging globally |
Common Delays & How MiCOM Labs Prevents Them
MiCOM Labs minimizes the risks that typically slow certification by ensuring documentation and regulatory requirements are fully aligned before submission.
- Incomplete Documentation: MiCOM’s automated system verifies all documentation before submission.
- Non-Representative Samples: We guide you in preparing compliant test samples.
- Recognition Gaps: We use in-country, accredited labs where local testing is mandatory.
- Regulatory Updates: Continuous monitoring ensures compliance with evolving standards.
Why Choose MiCOM Labs?
Client Voices
“The automated test system driven by an online product questionnaire linking to test report generation makes their process highly efficient and effective.”
– Kyle Nelson, Catapult (Australia)
“Professional, clear, and globally coordinated — they make distance invisible.”
– Shlomo Weiss, Radwin (Israel)
“Responsive, detail-oriented, and technically strong. MiCOM Labs acts as an extension of our engineering team.”
– Dan Bomsta, Itron (USA)
MiCOM Labs is the trusted compliance partner that combines global expertise and end-to-end support to help products reach every market with confidence.
- Global Market Access: Expertise across North & South America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, Asia-Pacific
- Automation Platforms: Reduce manual errors and accelerate multi-market filings.
- End-to-End Support: From strategy and testing to certificate maintenance.
- Single Partner: One provider for all compliance needs.
- Trusted Partner: Proven track record with leading OEMs in wireless, IoT, and connected tech.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What if my product fails initial testing?
A: MiCOM provides detailed engineering feedback and re-test support to resolve non-compliance quickly.
Q2: How do new cybersecurity requirements affect my approval?
A: The EU RED Article 3.3 becomes enforceable on 1 August 2025. MiCOM Labs integrates these tests into your plan to prevent launch delays.
Q3: Can MiCOM handle post-market updates?
A: Yes, we manage compliance for firmware changes, product variants, and regulatory updates, including cybersecurity and UKCA.
Get Started with MiCOM Labs Today
Launching your product globally doesn’t have to mean navigating a maze of regulations on your own. With MiCOM Labs’ International Type Approval services, you gain a trusted partner equipped with the expertise, global designations, and proprietary platforms to simplify every step of compliance.
From strategy and pre-testing to automated test execution and certification management, we streamline the process so you can focus on innovation rather than dealing with red tape. This results in faster approvals and the confidence to bring your connected products to markets worldwide without unnecessary delays.