The certification process for radio products in Thailand begins with the submission of the required technical documentation to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). Any product that falls under radio, wireless or telecommunication functionality must obtain NBTC Type Approval before market entry.
| Concerned Authority | NBTC (National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission) |
| Requirement | Mandatory |
| Certification Validity Period | Unlimited |
| In-Country Testing | Not Required |
| In-Country Representation | Required |
| Average Time to Get Type Approval | 5-7 Weeks |
| Labelling Requirement | Mandatory |
| Country Calling Code | +66 |
| Capital | Bangkok |
| Currency | Baht |
| Population | 71 Million |
NBTC Type Approval in Thailand: Why It Matters for Your Product’s Success
NBTC Type Approval in Thailand is a certification requested for telecom and electronic devices so as to comply with the safety and technical standards of the official technical regulations of the country. It is ensuring that your product is legal for sale, import or application in Thailand. When you get this approval, you eradicate the chances of regulatory issues, gain customer trust, make your product market-ready, and eventually reach more buyers efficiently and with confidence.
Products That Require NBTC Type Approval
NBTC certification is generally required for products that use wireless or communication technologies, including but not limited to:
- Mobile phones and smartphones
- Tablets and wearable devices
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices
- Wireless mouse, keyboards, and peripherals
- IoT devices
- RF modules
- Radio transmitters and receivers
In NBTC certification, Class A and Class B refer to two different approval categories based on the type and risk level of the radio device.
Class A — High-risk / controlled RF devices
Class B — Low-risk / consumer RF devices
Essential Documents for NBTC Type Approval in Thailand
The required documents may vary depending on whether the product falls under SDoC, Class B, or Class A.
Essential documents are as follows:
- Technical Literature of Device (User Manual, Specifications/Data Sheet, Operational Description)
- Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
- RF,EMC,Health and Safety Test Reports as per applicable Test standards
- GSMA TAC Letter (for cellular devices)
Certification Process for Thailand
- Review: Preparing and reviewing all required documents for the application
- Submit: Submitting application to local partner
- Evaluation: Either SDoC registration or Class (A/B) certification
- Certification: SDoC or Class (A/B) certificate
- Labeling: User manual statement, label and market access.
How DataX International Streamlines the NBTC Approval Process
This is how the Process of NBTC Type Approval has been made easy by Datax International for our clients:
1. No Headache with Paperwork: All necessary original documents like technical data, RF, EMC and safety test reports are checked and validated by DataX International before submitting.
2. Easier than You Think: Start to Finish, we do the whole compliance process for you so that your products will satisfy your NBTC in the fastest, most efficient method possible.
3. FeeManagement: All the fees and expenses we handle, hence no worry of managing payment and budget.
4. One-On-One Support: We connect you with a dedicated assigned team that will guide you through every step you take and answer any questions you have during the approval process.
Need support regarding access to global markets or the type approval requirements? Reach us at info@dataxinternational.com.