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Radio Equipment Approval in Belgium

A practical guide to Radio Equipment Approval for electronics sold in Belgium: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Any product with a transmitter needs radio type approval before it can be marketed or switched on; Distance sellers shipping electronics to buyers in Belgium

Authority

FPS Economy

Legal basis

National electronics requirements in Belgium

Local representative

A local importer or registered licence holder is normally required

Timeline

Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months

Cost

Testing and certification fees depend on product complexity

If you do not comply

Import rejection, seizure, fines, or listing removal

Who needs this

Any product with a transmitter needs radio type approval before it can be marketed or switched on
Distance sellers shipping electronics to buyers in Belgium

Documents you need

Radio approval certificate and test report
Test reports from an accredited laboratory
Certificate, registration, or approval number
Safety and EMC evidence for the product family

Compliance checklist

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Radio approval certificate and test report
Test reports from an accredited laboratory
Certificate, registration, or approval number
Safety and EMC evidence for the product family

How to comply

Obtain radio type approval for the wireless module
Classify the product and its radio or electrical functions
Test to the applicable local standards
Apply for certification, registration, or approval

Brief for your lab or agent

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Request: Radio Equipment Approval — Belgium
Product category: Electronics
Authority: FPS Economy
Legal basis: National electronics requirements in Belgium

Documents we already have:
  1. Radio approval certificate and test report
  2. Test reports from an accredited laboratory
  3. Certificate, registration, or approval number
  4. Safety and EMC evidence for the product family

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Radio Equipment Approval in Belgium?
  2. Which test standards or evidence do you accept?
  3. What is the current fee and lead time?
  4. Is a local representative required, and can you act as one?

Cost and timeline

Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months.

Testing and certification fees depend on product complexity.

Common rejection reasons

Approval covers the module but not the final product
Test reports from a non-accredited laboratory
Model not covered by the certificate
Label missing the required local mark

Registration, notification, or certification is not the same as approval. Keep the technical file current and make sure the label, listing, and submitted data match.

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FAQ

Who needs Radio Equipment Approval in Belgium?

Any product with a transmitter needs radio type approval before it can be marketed or switched on Distance sellers shipping electronics to buyers in Belgium.

What documents are required for Radio Equipment Approval?

Radio approval certificate and test report; Test reports from an accredited laboratory; Certificate, registration, or approval number; and safety and emc evidence for the product family.

What is the first step for Radio Equipment Approval?

Obtain radio type approval for the wireless module. Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months.

How long does Radio Equipment Approval take?

Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months.

How much does Radio Equipment Approval cost?

Testing and certification fees depend on product complexity.

What happens if I sell without it?

Import rejection, seizure, fines, or listing removal.

Who regulates Radio Equipment Approval in Belgium?

FPS Economy.