21September 2014

Modification of Annexure (2)- Class License for Short Range Devices (SRDs)

The amendment of annexure (2) to include additional applications of radio-communication equipment

A Class License for Short Range Devices (SRDs) was issued by ictQATAR’s Regulatory Authority (currently CRA) in May 2010 stipulating the frequency ranges and the  corresponding output powers allowed to be used for Short Range Devices (SRDs). To be in line with international technology advancements, the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has decided to maintain and modify the existing Class License to provide clear information on the frequency ranges allowed to be used for a certain category of equipment imported into the State of Qatar. 

The modification includes amendment to the existing Annexure (2) of the Class License for SRDs as well as additional applications of radio-communication devices that cover Radio Microphone applications, Radio Frequency Identification applications and Ultra Wide Band Technology applications .

The amended schedule will be open for consultation for a period of 30 days from the date of this notice

All stakeholders in Qatar are requested to respond to this consultation.  Responses should be sent to type.approval@cra.gov.qa before October 21, 2014.

The consultation document is available at this link.