Exporting smartwatches, routers, or Bluetooth headphones to Argentina? ENACOM certification is the legal requirement. This article details the 2025 electronic application system procedures, real timeline data, and key acceleration points based on ENACOM's public information to help you pass efficiently.
According to ENACOM Resolución 1356/2023 (effective Dec 2023) and Circular 01/2024:
·Full implementation of the "Sistema Único de Trámites Electrónicos" (SUTE) online platform.
·Paper submissions cancelled; all documents must be uploaded via an agent account.
·Technical review changed from "manual preliminary + final review" to "AI pre-screening + expert final review," standardizing the process but allowing less room for error.
Key Impact:
The lenient practice of "submitting incomplete documents for later supplementation" has ended – initial submissions found non-compliant will be directly rejected, requiring re-queuing!
II. 2025 ENACOM Certification Full Process (7 Key Steps Explained):
Step 1: Appoint a Licensed Local Argentine Agent (Representante Legal)
·Legal Requirement: Foreign manufacturers cannot apply directly; must use a local company registered with ENACOM.
·Selection Criteria:
Verify their registration number in the ENACOM Registry.
Confirm they have SUTE system access.
Prefer agents with Chinese language support to avoid miscommunication.
Step 2: Prepare Technical Documentation & Samples
1.Core Document List (Spanish):
·Technical Data Sheet (Ficha Técnica)
·User Manual (with safety warnings)
·Circuit diagrams, PCB layouts (highlighting RF sections)
·Label design draft (with ENACOM mark, model, agent info)
2.Sample Requirement: 2–3 fully functional units, packaged identically to commercial versions.
Step 3: Send Samples to an ENACOM-Accredited Laboratory
·Laboratory List: Only reports from labs listed as 'Laboratorios Acreditados' on the official website are accepted.
·Test Items:
EMC (IRAM 2493:2023)
RF Performance (IRAM 2494:2023)
SAR (if applicable, per Res. 1356 Annex II)
·Timeline: 2–3 weeks (expedited possible in 10 working days, cost +30%)
Exclusive Advice: Confirm the test plan with the lab in advance to avoid rework due to standard misinterpretation.
Step 4: Obtain Test Reports & Pre-review
·Reports must include: Lab CNAS/ILAC-MRA identification, test standards used, raw data.
·Agent Pre-review Focus:
Model consistency (Report vs. Application vs. Label)
RF parameters comply with Argentine band allocations (e.g., Wi-Fi 5GHz requires DFS).
Step 5: Submit via SUTE Online System
·Interface: Entirely in Spanish, accessed via the agent's exclusive account.
·File Upload: PDF format, single file <10MB, named "Modelo_TipoDocumento".
·Payment: Online payment of ARS 300,000 (approx. USD 300, based on MEP rate).
2025 New Rule: Submissions can be withdrawn for modification within 72 hours; after that, they enter the review queue.
Step 6: Technical Review (Core Phase)
·AI Pre-screening (3–5 working days): Automatically checks document completeness and format compliance.
·Expert Review (25–35 working days): Manual verification of technical parameters and test validity.
·Possible Outcomes:
Direct Approval → Proceed to certification.
Request for Clarification (Requerimiento) → Must respond within 5 days, otherwise considered abandoned.
Rejection → Must reapply, timeline resets.
Step 7: Electronic Certificate Issuance & Publication
·Certificate is a PDF with a unique QR code.
·Simultaneously published in the ENACOM Public Registry for customs verification.
·No paper certificate; printed copies are invalid.
III. 2025 ENACOM Certification Realistic Timeline & Cost Analysis:
Total Cost Reference (e.g., Wi-Fi Router):
·Testing Fee: ~USD 3,200
·Official Fee: ~USD 300
·Agency Service Fee: ~USD 1,200
Total: ≈ USD 4,700
IV. 3 Practical Strategies to Compress Timeline (Verified 2025):
1."Pre-review Simulation": Pay the agent to perform a simulated SUTE upload before formal submission to identify format errors early.
2."Dual Backup" Test Reports: Conduct tests against both EN 300 328 (EU) and IRAM 2494 (Argentina) standards, leveraging ILAC mutual recognition to shorten lab wait times.
3.One-Time Label Approval: Design labels strictly per ENACOM template (font ≥2mm, ENACOM mark ≥5mm) to avoid rework due to labeling issues.
While the ENACOM certification process is rigorous, the 2024 electronic reform has made rules clearer and timelines more predictable. Success hinges on: Choosing a professional agent + Zero errors in the first submission + Precise matching of test standards. Contact BLUEASIA at +86 13534225140 for professional certification consulting services!
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