To market Information and Communication Technology (ICT) products in Thailand, one must go through the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) certification process. What is often inquired about is the lead time for Thailand NBTC certification.
As an importer or manufacturer looking to market your products, you must be aware of the lead time for Thailand NBTC certification.
This article provides the information you need on the lead time for Thailand NBTC certification process.
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The Lead Time for Thailand NBTC Certification
The recommended NBTC certification process is through the document method. This document method only applies to products that already have test reports from overseas laboratories recognized by the NBTC.
Certification can be processed through the document method by evaluating existing CE, FCC, CB, and other certifications. The administrative process includes document submission, payment processing, and document evaluation. If the evaluation is passed, the certification will be issued immediately. However, if the evaluation is not passed, the missing documents must be completed and then re-evaluated by the NBTC.
The lead time for Thailand NBTC certification through the administrative method varies depending on the equipment class. For Class A or Class B, it takes approximately 6 weeks. Meanwhile, for the SDoC category, the waiting time is much shorter, around 2-4 business days. All processes begin upon receipt of all required documents.
Here are the paperwork application requirements:
- Application form
- Supplier Declaration of Conformity form (for SDoC applications)
- Company registration certificate (less than 90 days old)
- Director’s identity card or passport issued by a Thai authority
- Applicant’s username and password issued by the Department of Business Development (DBD)
- Power of attorney
- Catalog or technical specifications
- Test reports, approval certificates, or certificates of conformity
- Laboratory accreditation certificate
- Photos of the equipment (showing the front, back, sides, logo, and type/model of the equipment)
For Class B equipment, an NBTC certificate must be attached if available. Then, the applicant is required to submit these documents directly to the NBTC Office. All documents must be in Thai or English.
Conclusion
The answer of lead time for Thailand NBTC certification varies depending on the equipment class. For Class A or Class B, the time required is approximately 6 weeks. Meanwhile, for the SDoC category, the time required is approximately 2-4 working days.
The entire process begins after all the required documents have been received. The document route is only applicable for products that already have test reports from overseas laboratories recognized by NBTC.
To simplify the process of obtaining NBTC certification for distributors, importers, or brand representatives who want to sell ICT products in Thailand, you can contact Dimulti as the Product Compliance Specialists for ICT Products. We are ready to be your solution.
