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How to create an account in e-type approval?

  • Go to direct URL link for Type Approval Portal ta.tra.gov.om
  • Sign up by using PKI, either by ID card reader or activated phone number for the authorized person of signature in the CR.
  • Choose type of account (Company, Government entity, Individual)
  • Fill the required information
  • Go to the website www.tra.gov.om or by using direct URL link for Type Approval Portal ta.tra.gov.om
  • Click on Sign in by using PKI, either by ID card reader or activated phone number.
  • Choose the type of application (Type Approval, Release from Customs, Import, etc.)
  • Fill the application information and upload the required Documents.
  • Pay the application fees Via the Electronic Payment Gateway
  • A notification will be received once the application has been submitted to TRA.

S Classification Device Type The documents needed to apply for type approval Requirements that must be adhered to Other Remarks
1 Mobile Handsets Mobile phones like smart phones
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Specific Absorption Rat test (SAR test).
  • GSMA TAC Certificate.
  • The device must at least support the fourth-generation (LTE).
  • The device must at least work with the Android 11 version for Android & 15.2 for iOS, or it must provide a sample for testing to TRA
  • The device must support VoLTE & CBS
2 Satellite Handsets (ex. Inmarsat, & Thuraya) Satellite mobile devices
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Testing.
  • A letter of undertaking not to use non-local SIM cards.
  • The devices must be used with the SIM of a local service provider.
3 Short rang devices (SRD) All devices which require a radio license, such as tablets, speakers, headphones, wireless chargers, audio systems, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Short Range Radar (SRR), etc.
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Testing.
  • Commitment to the national spectrum allocations and assignment plan
4 Wireless Access Systems All systems which work within unlicensed frequency bands such as customer-premises equipment (CPE), Home theater systems, smart TVs, security cameras, internet wireless devices, printers, etc.
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Testing.
  • Commitment to the national spectrum allocations and assignment plan.
  • The frequency band (6425 – 7125 MHz) must be disabled by the manufacturer for devices that enter the local market.
  • Only the licensed operators in Oman can use the outdoor of Customer Premises Equipment (Outdoor CPE).
  • Obtaining an authorization from TRA by the end customer before implementing fixed wireless access systems.
  • Disabling remote device management feature by manufacturer
  • A declaration not to send or process or store any data outside Oman (if any)
  • Disabling VoIP (if any)
  • The device may require exclusive approval from Technical Standards Dept.
  • The device may require authorization/license from Licensing & Compliance Dept. for PTP & PTMP fixed wireless access systems.
5 Internet of Things device (IoT) / Tracking and Geo-Location Systems devices Devices connected to each other or connected with cloud-connected to collect and automate data, such as Vehicle Tracking Devices, Smart Meters, LoRa Devices, Sigfox Devices, etc.
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Testing.
  • Tracking and Geo-Location Systems Service authorization / IoT authorization
  • The device must at least support 4G (LTE)
  • The devices must be used with the SIM of a local service provider
  • Comply with the security requirements of IoT devices issued by TRA
  • The device may require authorization/license from Licensing & Compliance Dept.
6 Radio devices Radio devices that require a radio license
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Electromagnetic compatibility testing (EMC)
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Testing.
  • Commitment to the national spectrum allocations and assignment plan.
  • Need to obtain provisional approval or radio license.
  • The devices must be stored in case the provisional approval or radio license is not obtained.
  • It is necessary to get authorization to provide service for devices that are connected with satellites, such as VSAT.
  • The radio license shall be obtained from Frequency Assignment & Licensing Dept.
  • The device may require authorization/license from Licensing & Compliance Dept.
7 Terminal equipment Devices connected to the public network directly or indirectly, such as switches, firewall devices, load distribution devices, network controller devices, network gateways, routers, etc.
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Safety test.
  • Cloud Management Declaration
  • The SD-WAN feature, VPN feature, and encryption feature must be subject to evaluation by TRA (SD-WAN is allowed only to be provided by the local authorized licensees to the customers).
  • A declaration not to send or process or store any data outside Oman.
  • Allowed to manage the device by one of the following methods:
    • - Standalone.
    - On-premises.
  • Voice over internet protocol devices (Session Border Controller) allowed only for local telecom operators
  • Video conferencing equipment is subject to test interoperability with operators.
  • Disabling remote device management feature by manufacturer
  • Support at least IPv6
8 Drone Remote control airplanes
  • Declaration of conformity (DoC).
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Testing.
  • Authorization from Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
  • Commitment to the national spectrum allocations and assignment plan.
  • Civil Aviation Authority approval is required
9 Robotic jockeys’ device A robotic jockey's device is used in camel races.
  • Type approval is not required. However, it is mandatory to provide a participant card from Oman Camel Racing Federation.
  • Only devices which operate within the frequency bands (167-168 & 440-438 MHz) are allowed.
  • The applicant shall be registered as participant in Oman Camel Racing Federation
10 Radio amateur equipment Only for the members of The Royal Omani Amateur Radio Society.
  • Type approval is not required. However, a letter from The Royal Omani Amateur Radio Society is mandatory.
  • Commitment to the national spectrum allocations and assignment plan.
  • A letter from The Royal Omani Amateur Radio Society is required

No. Company/ Enterprise Category Type Approval Fees in Omani Riyals Type Approval Certificate Amendment Fees in Omani Riyals Type Approval Certificate Renewal Fees in Omani Riyals
1 Small and medium enterprises holding entrepreneurship card and have obtained the Authorization. (20) (10) (20)
2 Companies and other establishments that have the Authorization (50) (10) (50)
3 All companies and institutions that do not have the Authorization (200) (10) (200)
If a company or organization in the Sultanate of Oman is intending to import telecommunication equipment for the purpose of trading.

No. Type of Service Fees in Omani Riyals No. Years
First:
1 Issuing an Authorization for Small & Medium Enterprises that have obtained an entrepreneurship card. (50) 1 Year
2 Issuing the Authorization for other companies & other institutions. (500)
Second:
1 Issuing an Authorization for Small & Medium Enterprises that have obtained an entrepreneurship card. (100) 2 Years
2 Issuing the Authorization for other companies & other institutions. (1000)
Third:
1 Issuing an Authorization for Small & Medium Enterprises that have obtained an entrepreneurship card. (150) 3 Years
2 Issuing the Authorization for other companies & other institutions. (1500)
  • Release for Commercial Purposes: This release shall be issued to the importer who has obtained import license to release the approved telecommunications equipment for trading purposes.
  • Release for Non-Commercial Use: This release is issued to public and private institutions as well as certain individuals (such as registered members of the Oman Camel Racing Federation, registered members of The Royal Omani Amateur Radio Society and others) to release telecommunications devices imported for non-commercial purposes
  • Temporary Release: This permit is issued for the release of communication devices imported for temporary purposes, such as exhibitions, experiments, research, development, participation in events, or with the purpose of re-exporting them to other countries
It is prohibited to deal in telecommunications equipment of any kind, except after approval a type approval by the TRA, and the following devices are excluded from the condition of quality approval:
  • Non sending receivers such as (GPS…etc.).
  • Echo Sounder.
  • The servers used to store data without dealing in telecom data packets or frequencies.
  • Microwave Ovens and infrared short range remote controls.
  • Accessories of telecom devices which are capable of transmission.
  • Imported telecom devices intended for re-export.

No. Type of Service Fee (Omani Rial)
1 Issuing imported telecommunications devices Customs Release for Commercial Purposes. (5) Five
2 Issuing Temporary Customs Release (5) Five
3 Issuing imported telecommunications devices Customs Release for Non-Commercial Purposes. (5) Five
  • Import Authorization: 50 Omani Riyals (annual)
  • Type Approval: 20 Omani Riyals (valid for 4 years)
  • Exempt from the customs release permit fee for commercial purposes
  • 4 years (can be renewal for the same period)
  • All telecommunication equipment such as mobile phones, radio devices, and terminal equipment.
  • Exceptions are outlined in TRA decision specifying devices exempt from the Type Approval requirement.
  • Yes, labeling must be placed on the external packaging of the telecom equipment, except for those exempted by the Telecommunications Devices Regulation and Approval List.
  • Type approval application (1-5 working day) if the application meets all requirements and all required documents are provided. If 30 days have passed from the date of submitting the application and the applicant does not provide the necessary attachments, the application will be automatically rejected.
  • Release from Customs application (1-3 working day) if the application meets all requirements and all required documents are provided.
  • Ensure that these devices comply with international safety standards and the technical specifications approved in the Sultanate of Oman.
  • Ensure that devices are compatible with local networks.
  • Limiting the entry of counterfeit devices.
  • Ensuring the use of the frequency spectrum in accordance with the approved national plan.
  • There is an integration between the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority and the General Directorate of Customs of the Royal Oman Police (Bayaan System).
  • Once the Release from Customs application is approved by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, only the application number needs to be entered into the Bayaan System.
  • TA portal: ta.tra.gov.om
  • Email: TADept@tra.gov.om
  • Phone No: 24222290

Documents

Title Download
Issuing Regulation to Organize & Type Approve Telecommunications Devices PDF
Specifying Devices Exempt from Type Approval Requirement PDF
System User Manual PDF
Technical support guideline PDF

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