Argentina's ENACOM certification serves as the mandatory gateway to its market. To help you prepare for compliance clearly and efficiently, here is a comprehensive certification guide, including the latest policy dynamics up to 2025.

Understanding Argentina ENACOM Certification:

ENACOM stands for the National Communications Entity of Argentina. It is a mandatory compliance scheme for telecommunications and radio equipment. All devices connecting to Argentina's public telecommunications network or using radio frequency bands must obtain this certification.

Important Note: The regulatory authority has evolved, initially CNC, then AFTIC, and since 2015, unified under ENACOM management.

  Core Elements of ENACOM Certification:

CertificationItem                 Specifics

Mandatory                               Yes

Certification Modes        Homologación (Argentine Standard Certification) or Codificación (Recognized Certification when no standard exists)

Certificate Validity              3  Years

Factory Inspection         Not Required

Local Agent                        Required

Certificate Holder        Must be an Argentine Importer

  Key 2025 Updates & Dynamics:

ENACOM's technical specifications and requirements are continuously updated. Here are the recent changes you must note:

1.New Dedicated SRCEP System Frequency Bands:

·Effective Date: June 17, 2025

·Core Content: Resolution 928/2025 officially enables the 414-415 MHz and 424-425 MHz bands for Private Use Radio Link Concentration Systems (SRCEP).

2.Mobile Satellite Spectrum Redefined:

·1990-2025 MHz for Earth-to-space transmission

·2170-2200 MHz for Space-to-earth transmission

·Effective Date: April 30, 2025

·Core Content: Resolution 640/2025 redefined the mobile satellite spectrum to reduce interference with Personal Communication Services (PCS). The new spectrum plan is:

3.Streamlined Communication Equipment Registration:

·Effective Date: March 24, 2025

·Core Content: Resolution 1268/2024 approved the new standard ENACOM-Q2-60.21 V24.1. Equipment previously registered under old standards will automatically retain their original registration numbers, eliminating the need to resubmit test results, significantly easing the burden on manufacturers.

  Key Steps in the ENACOM Certification Process:

1.Preparation & Application:

·Confirm Product Category & Applicable Standards: Accurately determine the specific technical standards your product must follow.

·Prepare Technical Documents & Samples: Prepare 3 samples and a complete set of technical documents as required.

·Appoint an Argentine Importer: This is mandatory because the certificate must be held by an Argentine importer.

2.Sample Shipment & Local Testing:

·Samples must be sent to an accredited laboratory in Argentina for testing. This is the core technical part of certification and cannot be exempted.

3.ENACOM Review & Certification Issuance:

·After successful lab testing, the importer or agent submits all documents to ENACOM for registration review.

·Upon approval, ENACOM issues the certification certificate. Note that certification follows the principle of "one model, one certificate" and "one trademark, one certificate".

  Mandatory Requirements You Must Know:

1.Local Representative: Applications must be submitted by an importer or distributor registered in Argentina, who must also be registered with ENACOM.

2.Labeling Requirements: Certified devices must comply with RAMATEL labeling regulations. If direct attachment is impossible due to product structure, size, or packaging, the marking can be printed in the user manual, quick guide, or on the packaging.

3.Language Requirement: All submitted technical documents and user manuals must be in Spanish.

We hope this guide to Argentina's mandatory ENACOM certification provides solid support. Should you need to discuss specific aspects in more detail, feel free to contact BLUEASIA at +86 13534225140 for professional certification consulting services