Telecommunication type approval service
in Madagascar
Agent In Mada takes in charge all the steps and procedures to obtain the approval of your devices, telecommunication equipment, radio frequencies modules homologation and telecommunications terminals in Madagascar and the Indian Ocean. Agent In Mada is just the Madagascar local type approval agent you've never found before.
According to Law No. 2005-023 in October 17, 2005, on institutional reform of the telecommunications sector in Madagascar, it is stipulated that any telecommunication devices, whether intended for connection to a public network or for domestic use or whatever The nature of its use, must be approved by the Regulatory Authority of Communication Technologies of Madagascar or ARTEC.
With more than 5 years of experience in the field of the certification of telecommunications equipment in Madagascar, on behalf of several manufacturers, merchants of communication devices and terminals, Agent In Mada is able to offer you the Best telecommunication type approval service in Madagascar, tailored to your needs.
Approve your connected High Tech devices, smart gadgets, mobile phones and other types of telecommunications equipment to access the Madagascar market
Still in accordance with Law No. 2005-023 of October 17, 2005, only telecommunications devices and equipment that have obtained approval certificate can be marketed on the territory of Madagascar.
Thus, the marketing of items without approval may be subject to a heavy penalty, against the company responsible for this type of initiative. This can even go as far as banning the marketing of the product on Malagasy territory.
Be aware, however, that Madagascar is a large country with strong demographic growth. Currently, the number of its local population is approaching the 25,000,000 million persons.
The ICT market in Madagascar is among the sector experiencing the highest growth rate, with a rate exceeding 50% each year. This is a great opportunity to expand your market and increase your sales of telecom devices internationally.
Seize this great opportunity! Get started! Agent In Mada's telecommunication equipment certification consultants are at your disposal to provide the right solutions for your telecom module certification project in Madagascar.
Agent In Mada, very attractive service cost for telecommunication equipment homologation in Madagascar
Agent In Mada is based in the capital of Madagascar, Antananarivo. Unlike other international telecommunication certification service providers based abroad, our service costs are very competitive and our leading time very short. In addition, we can also give you a significant discount depending on the number of projects you submit to us.
No other provider can beat us in terms of service fee in this area.
You have a project ? Would you like to have your telecommunications items approved to access the Malagasy market? Contact us to receive an offer adapted to your project.
These prices do not include the costs of parcels shipping (samples) nor the costs of their customs clearance if applicable.
If you are a telecommunication equipment homologation agency looking for a reliable partner in Madagascar, we have a special offer for you
Agent In Mada type approval service : fast service, efficiency, responsiveness and short leading time
Our main asset is the fact that Agent In Mada is directly based in Antananarivo, capital of Madagascar. This facilitates our intervention, allowing tasks to be accomplished in a minimum period of time.
We will be able to guarantee you a very short leading time : 4 to 10 working days only, if all the required documents are complete and your order payment done.
telecommunications equipment homologation certificate in Madagascar, documents to provide list
To be able to process your telecom homologation certificate application and obtain your approval in minimum period of time, the following documents must be provided :
Information about the applicant company sheet : name, address, telephone and fax number, email address, person contact and company website
Information about the device sheet : Manufacturer, Brand, Model, type, technical sheet, user manual, Frequency modulation (Rx and Tx if applicapble), connexion mode, power supply and 2 to 3 reports of previous tests issued by other certification bodies
Application letter to adress to the Technic Director of ARTEC (model available on request)
Letter of authorization (LOA) in the name of RANDRIANANTENAINA Landry (model available on request)
* Mandatory : a sample of the module to be approved to send us + installation CD as well as all the documentation
** Proof of full payment of our service fee to scan and send to us by email (if payment by bank transfer, Payoneer, moneygram or Western Union)
Homologation of telecommunications devices in Madagascar, the types of equipment you must approve
The regulations applicable in Madagascar, in terms of approval of telecommunications devices and equipment dictate : any telecommunications device, without exception, whatever its nature, must be approved by The regulatory authority in place (ARTEC), before any marketing activity and / or use in Madagascar.
Without being exhaustive, here below the list of the category of devices that you will need to have homologation certificate if you plan to market or use them in Madagascar territory :
Mobile phones
Short range devices
WLAN access points
Bluetooth devices
Cordless phones
Mobile satellite personal communication equipment (GMPCS)
GPS systems (Global Positioning System)
VSAT equipment terminals
Connected cameras
Various connected gadgets
Earth stations, SSB or single sideband
Navigation aid equipment
Connected medical equipment
Various types of antennas
Peripheral devices
Optical telecommunications equipment
Portable radios
Radio base stations
Radio signal repeaters
Vehicle mounted radios
Telecommunication homologation certificate in Madagascar, the types of concerned terminals
If you are planning to import telecommunication terminals for commercial purposes into Madagascar, take a look at the list below, as the following devices need to be approved by the ARTEC Madagascar :
Landline phones
Fax machines (fax)
Modems
Private branch exchange equipment (PABX)
Videoconferencing equipment
Voice over Internet Equipment (VOIP)
Digital network equipment
Various network modules
And don't forget that our team is always available to discuss with you about your project at any time! So feel free to contact us
Various types of telecommunications equipment for commercial and utility purposes in Madagascar, which must be approved by ARTEC
Here is a list of families of telecommunication devices, subject to a request for approval before their marketing or use in Madagascar:
High performance local radio (RLAN) equipment (up to 5 GHz) and auxiliary equipment
Automotive communication technologies
Amateur radio stations and auxiliary equipment
Private analogue mobile radio (PMR) equipment
Digital wireless telecommunications equipment
Other fixed / mobile wireless modules and auxiliary equipment
Land and airborne control equipment
Global system communication base stations for mobile (GSM) and auxiliary equipment
Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) equipment operating between 1 to 3 GHz
Non-specific short range devices
Connected in-ear headphones and auxiliary equipment
Telematics of road transport and auxiliary equipment
Sound broadcast equipment
Terrestrial trunked radio equipment (TETRA)
Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) base stations
All WiMAX and similar equipment
All equipment operating on WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.
Any on-board and wireless equipment (remote control, car control, etc.)
All equipment operating with radio frequencies (sea, land, air, etc.)
Do you want more details about your products? We may request specific information from the Communication Technologies Regulatory Authority.
Telecommunication type approval service in Madagascar : Agent In Mada answers to your question
How long does the testing and certification process take at ARTEC Madagascar ?
If you submit complete documents : data sheets, sample of the device, previous test reports as well as all the required documents, the certification process is faster. Usually, we get your approval certificate in less than five working days.
Any missing document will cause delay in the procedure. It is therefore advisable to carefully check the list of documents to provide before sending us your project.
Why does a manufacturer need approval certificate ?
Having an approval for its telecommunications equipment means they can be marketed and used without risk of penalty or prohibition in Madagascar and in the country issuing the homologation certificate. In Madagascar, the homologation certificate validity is unlimited. As long as the product features remain the same, you can market your device. Otherwise, in lack of this document, you risk a penalty and a ban on sales on Malagasy territory.
Can I export my telecom devices without approval to market them in Madagascar ?
You can always try ! But, If, after an unexpected checking by the ARTEC service, they find that certification is required for the type of equipment you sell, you will run a sanction ranging from simple detention at customs to the banning out of market and even a blacklist of your company.
We strongly recommend that you request for homologation certificate before any plan to sell your telecommunication equipments in Madagascar.
How do I know if my telecom device requires ARTEC certification or not ?
If your product is affected by the list of product families which must be approved above, its approval will be automatically granted. Otherwise, you will not need to certify it. Look carefully at the list above and identify the category or type of product that might encompass yours.
Can the validity of the approval certificate issued by ARTEC Madagascar be expired ?
As long as the characteristics and functions of the equipment do not change, the homologation certificate delivered for that equipment remains valid for an unlimited period of time. Otherwise, the approval is no longer valid. And in this case, it will be necessary to reapply for new certificate for the new article or to update the old article.
When and how do I pay you if I have new project to submit to you ?
All our type approval service costs are to be paid in full at the moment you confirmation your order. We accept the payment methods indicated below : bank transfer, Ria, Western Union, Payoneer, Money Gram. We will start processing your project, only when your payment is done.
How is the Approval certificate for telecommunications equipment issued by ARTEC Madagascar presented ?
Below are some models of homologation certificate for some clients of Agent In Mada for your reference. If you submit your Madagascar Type Approval project to us, we will deliver the same document for each of your project to you.
