Understanding Jordan TRC’s Instructions No. 2 of 2025
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) has officially enforced Instructions No. 2 of 2025. This updated framework alters certificate validity cycles and clarifies exemptions for low-risk devices.
Key Update: One-Year Validity for Foreign Manufacturers
Under the new Jordan TRC Instructions No 2 of 2025, Type Approval certificates registered on behalf of foreign entities carry a validity of only one year. This is a critical change from previous multi-year terms. Annual renewals must be actively managed to maintain market access.
Regulatory standards are dynamic, and staying ahead of policy changes is vital to maintaining an uninterrupted global supply chain. The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) of Jordan recently rolled out a revised framework: Instructions No. 2 of 2025 for Type Approval of terminal and radio equipment. This guide provides a detailed breakdown of what these new rules mean for manufacturers and local representatives in Amman.
Why Did the TRC Update the Rules?
The primary driver behind this regulatory update is to ensure closer tracking of products in the market. By tightening validity periods, the TRC guarantees that equipment active in Jordan remains aligned with the latest international safety and radio frequency standards.
At the same time, to avoid overloading the administration in Amman with minor applications, the updated framework introduces a formal list of low-risk device exemptions, simplifying market access for basic consumer peripherals.
1. Validity Period Changes: Foreign vs. Local Applicants
The validity terms for TRC certificates have been restructured under the new instructions:
- Foreign Manufacturers: If the type-approval application is submitted by a local representative on behalf of a foreign manufacturer, the certificate is valid for **one year** (12 months).
- Local Companies: Certificates issued directly to local Jordanian companies importing general stock carry a validity of **two years** (24 months).
- Renewal Lead Time: Renewal files must be submitted via the portal within **six months** before the certificate's expiration date.
2. Low-Risk Device Exemptions
A welcome addition in the TRC type approval update is the formal exemption list for low-risk devices. Products that do not contain high-power or cellular transmitters no longer require standard type approval. The **low-risk device exemptions Jordan** list includes:
- Wireless computer peripherals (Bluetooth mice, keyboards, and presenters)
- Wired and wireless consumer headsets, headphones, and earbuds (low power)
- Basic wireless battery chargers operating on inductive coupling
- Standard consumer laptops, desktop computers, and monitors that do not possess independent high-power wireless routers
*Note: Even if a device is exempt from full type approval, importers must still coordinate with JSMO (Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization) to clear basic electrical safety checks at the border.*
3. Digital Labeling Options
Under Instructions No. 2 of 2025, the TRC has formally recognized electronic labeling (e-labeling) as an acceptable method of compliance marking. For products with an integrated screen (like smartphones, tablets, or smartwatches), manufacturers can display the TRC compliance mark within the device’s software menu instead of printing it on the hardware body.
If the device does not have a screen, the TRC mark, model name, and serial number must still be physically printed on the product label and on the retail packaging box.
HertzWeg Advice for Importers and Manufacturers
To ensure these changes do not disrupt your sales in Jordan, we recommend taking the following actions:
Audit Active Certificates: Review your current TRC certificate portfolio. If you hold certificates issued prior to 2025, verify their expiry dates under the transitional provisions.
Establish Renewal Alerts: Since renewals must be initiated 6 months prior to expiry, configure automated tracking to avoid certificates lapsing and triggering border holds.
Liaise with a Local Rep: Ensure your local representative in Amman is fully registered on the updated TRC portal to process applications under the new rules.
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