Indonesia has regulated the use of the 6 GHz spectrum (5925-6425 MHz) for both Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 technologies

New WiFi 6E Regulations in Indonesia: Frequency Utilization & Certification Process

In 2025, Indonesia adopted new regulations regarding the use of additional frequency bands for Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) technology, including WiFi 6E (IEEE 802.11ax). These regulations are outlined in Ministerial Regulation of Communication and Digital No. 2 of 2025 and Ministerial Decree of Communication and Digital No. 12 of 2025. Designation of Additional Frequency Bands for RLAN Indonesia has now designated the 5925-6452 MHz band for RLAN technology, including WiFi 6E. The regulations are detailed in PM No. 2/2025, with key points as follows: No. Radio Frequency Spectrum Maximum Transmit Power Usage (Effective Isotropic Radiated Power – EIRP) Maximum Bandwidth per Radio Frequency Channel Device Placement 6. 5925–6425 MHz Access Type 1: Low Power Indoor (LPI) 200 mW (23 dBm) Access Type 1: Very Low Power (VLP) 25 mW (14 dBm) 320 MHz Indoor use only; placement outdoors is prohibited Indoors and outdoors use Certification Requirements for RLAN 6 GHz Devices To obtain certification in Indonesia, RLAN 6 GHz devices must meet the following requirements: Test Report (LHU) Acceptance: Additional Documents: Additional Provisions: WiFi 6E Testing Process in Indonesia Currently, WiFi 6E (RLAN 6 GHz) testing can only be conducted locally at BBPPT Indonesia. Foreign Test Reports will only be accepted if they originate from an MRA laboratory with an approved scope for RLAN 6 GHz. Technical Operational Requirements Frequency Range Technical Operational Requirements Access Type 1: RLAN5150-5250 MHz – Must be placed indoors– Not allowed to be placed outdoors Access Type 1: RLAN5250-5350 MHz – Must be placed indoors Access Type 1: RLAN2400-2483.5 MHz5725-5825 MHz – Must be placed indoors Access Type 2 and Backhaul2400-2483.5 MHz5725-5825 MHz – Not allowed to be placed outdoors RLAN 5925-6425 MHzLow Power Indoor (LPI) – Must be placed indoors– Not allowed to be placed outdoors– Cannot be used for drones– Cannot be installed in vehicles, trains, boats, or airplanes– AP devices must be powered by AC, DC, or PoE cable connection. Battery use is not allowed– Client devices must be powered by AC or battery and can only operate under the control of an AP RLAN 5925-6425 MHzVery Low Power (VLP) – Can be placed indoors– Can be placed outdoors– Can be used in tethering mode– Cannot be used for drones– Must be powered by battery (DC). AC power is only allowed for battery charging RLAN 57-64 GHz – Must be placed indoors– Not allowed to be placed outdoors Old Test Report Regulations & Transition Period Test Report issued before January 15, 2025, referencing Director General Regulation No. 2/2019, can still be used for certification under Director General Regulation SDPPI No. 2/2019 until July 15, 2025 and must include supplementary test reports with updated test parameters. If you need further assistance with the SDPPI/Postel certification process for RLAN 6 GHz devices, Cerapproval is ready to help ensure your devices comply with the applicable regulations. πŸ“§ Contact Us: gma@cerapproval.com

Recognition of Foreign Test Labs for Indonesia DJID/SDPPI Certification – KEPMEN KOMDIGI No.13 Tahun 2025

Recognition of Foreign Test Labs for Indonesia DJID/SDPPI Certification – KEPMEN KOMDIGI No.13 Tahun 2025

The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI), has issued the Ministerial Decree KOMDIGI No. 13 Year 2025 concerning the Recognition of Foreign Test Laboratories for Certification of Telecommunication Devices and/or Equipment. This regulation was enacted on January 15, 2025, by Minister of KOMDIGI, Meutya Viada Hafid. Key Points of KEPMEN KOMDIGI No. 13 Tahun 2025: βœ… Designation of Approved Foreign Test LabsThe list of recognized foreign test laboratories in the appendix of this decree includes: βœ… Validity PeriodThis decree is effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026. βœ… Conditions for Test Report UsageTest reports issued by recognized foreign test labs 2025 in this regulation can be used as supporting documents for SDPPI/DJID certification applications, provided that: βœ… Digital Signature Requirements Digital signatures must be used on test reports issued from April 1, 2021, onwards. βœ… New Foreign Test Labs Regulation: KEPMEN KOMDIGI No.13 Tahun 2025 List of recognized foreign test labs 2025: Name of Foreign Testing Laboratory Testing Laboratory Location Type of Telecommunication Equipment/Device Testing Scope DEKRA Certification, Inc 405, Glenn Drive Suite 12 Sterling, Virginia, United States Non-HKT RF, EMC, Electrical Safety Dt&C Co., Ltd. 42,Yurim-ro 154 beongil, Cheoin-gu, Yonginsi, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea Non-HKT RF, EMC, Electrical Safety SGS Taiwan Ltd, (Taoyuan) No. 2, Keji 1st Rd., Guishan Township Taoyuan County 33383, Taiwan Non-HKT RF, EMC See more detail…

New RLAN Regulation: KEPMEN KOMDIGI No. 12 Tahun 2025

New RLAN Regulation: Keputusan Menteri Komunikasi dan Digital Nomor 12 Tahun 2025

The Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI) of Indonesia has issued Ministerial Decree No. 12 of 2025, regulating the radio frequency spectrum based on class licenses and technical standards for Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) devices. This regulation was officially enacted on January 15, 2025.

SDPPI and PPI Merged into the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure

SDPPI and PPI Merged into the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure

The Indonesian government has introduced a major restructuring, the Directorate of SDPPI and the Directorate PPI are now Merged into the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure. Under the new framework, the Directorate General of Resources and Equipment of Post and Informatics (SDPPI) and the Directorate of Post and Informatics (PPI) are now consolidated into the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure.  This change is part of Indonesia’s broader strategy to enhance digital transformation and is detailed in Presidential Regulation No. 174 of 2024 on the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi). Merging PPI and SDPPI into Digital Infrastructure As part of this restructuring, the functions of PPI and SDPPI are now centralized under the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure, enabling more streamlined operations. This consolidation ensures: For companies engaged in telecommunications, digital technology, or related industries, understanding this restructuring is crucial. The formation of the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure may introduce updates to licensing and certification processes.

Important Announcement: Expiration of Kepdirjen Number 109 of 2024 on the Designation of Foreign Testing Laboratories

The Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) has announced that Kepdirjen Number 109 of 2024, regarding the Designation of Foreign Testing Laboratories for the Certification of Telecommunication Equipment and/or Devices, has officially expired as of December 31, 2024. New Provisions Following the Expiration of Kepdirjen Number 109 of 2024 In relation to the expiration of this regulation, here are some key points to note: Test Result Reports (LHU) No Longer Valid After January 1, 2025 Test Result Reports (LHU) issued by foreign testing laboratories after January 1, 2025, can no longer be used for the certification process. This will remain in effect until the foreign testing laboratories are re-designated under the latest regulations. Transition Period Under PM Kominfo Number 5 of 2024 According to Ministerial Regulation (PM Kominfo) Number 5 of 2024, LHUs issued before January 1, 2025, can still be used for certification purposes for up to 6 months from that date. Companies and certification applicants relying on foreign testing laboratories are advised to promptly adjust to these new provisions. To ensure smooth certification processes, please refer to the latest regulations and verify the status of testing laboratories as designated by Kominfo. For further information or any related inquiries, please feel free to contact us. Source : https://sertifikasi.postel.go.id/detail-news/468

New Regulations for Telecommunication Testing Laboratories in Indonesia: PM 5 Tahun 2024

The Indonesian government has officially enforced the Minister of Communication and Informatics Regulation No. 5 of 2024 or PM 5 Tahun 2024 on the Designation of Testing Laboratories for Telecommunication Devices. This regulation took effect on September 18, 2024, and applies to testing laboratories both in Indonesia and abroad that conduct testing for telecommunication devices. Designation of Testing Laboratories in Indonesia To ensure the quality and safety of telecommunication devices, all testing in Indonesia must now be conducted by laboratories that have been accredited and officially designated by Kominfo as Testing Laboratories (Balai Uji). These laboratories are classified into two categories: PM 5 Tahun 2024: New Regulations for Telecommunication Testing Laboratories in Indonesia Key Points from the Directorate of SDPPI During Customer Day #22, the Directorate of SDPPI highlighted several important points regarding the enforcement of PM 5 Year 2024: What Actions Should Be Taken? With this new regulation, it is crucial for telecommunication device manufacturers and importers to ensure that their products are tested in laboratories officially recognized by Kominfo. This will ensure continued market access in Indonesia without regulatory obstacles. Contact Cerapproval for SDPPI Postel Certification Services Need reliable services for SDPPI Postel, SNI, TKDN, K3L certifications, and more? Cerapproval offers trusted services with a 100% success guarantee. Contact Us: Cerapproval – Your Trusted Partner in Certification!

Addition of Frequency Bands for LTE and 5G in Indonesia

Addition of Bands for LTE and 5G in the New Regulation Kepmen Kominfo No. 352 of 2024

The Minister of Communication and Information Technology of the Republic of Indonesia, Budi Arie Setiadi, has enacted the Ministerial Decree No. 352 of 2024. This regulation governs the technical standards for telecommunications devices and/or mobile telecommunication devices based on Long Term Evolution (LTE) and International Mobile Telecommunications-2020 (5G) technology standards. Addition of Frequency for 5G NR: NR operating band Uplink (MHz) Downlink (MHz) Mode Dupleks n1 1920 MHz – 1980 MHz 2110 MHz – 2170 MHz FDD n3 1710 MHz – 1785 MHz 1805 MHz – 1880 MHz FDD n5 824 MHz – 849 MHz 869 MHz – 894 MHz FDD n8 880 MHz – 915 MHz 925 MHz – 960 MHz FDD n28 703 MHz – 748 MHz 758 MHz – 803 MHz FDD n40 2300 MHz – 2400 MHz 2300 MHz – 2400 MHz TDD Addition of Frequency for LTE: E-UTRA Operating Band Uplink Downlink Mode Dupleks 1 1920 MHz – 1980 MHz 2110 MHz – 2170 MHz FDD 3 1710 MHz – 1785 MHz 1805 MHz – 1880 MHz FDD 5 824 MHz – 849 MHz 869 MHz – 894 MHz FDD 8 880 MHz – 915 MHz 925 MHz – 960 MHz FDD 28 703 MHz – 748 MHz 758 MHz – 803 MHz FDD 31 452,5 MHz – 457,5 MHz 462,5 MHz – 467,5 MHz FDD 40 2300 MHz – 2400 MHz 2300 MHz – 2400 MHz TDD Contact Cerapproval for SDPPI Postel Certification Services Do you need trusted Postel SDPPI, SNI, or TKDN certification services with a 100% approval guarantee? Contact Cerapproval now! Contact Us Today! Cerapproval – Your Trusted Partner in Certification!

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Penalty Sanctions for Radio Frequency Spectrum Violation

Cerapproval International attended the Socialization of Administrative Penalty Sanctions on the Supervision of the Use of Radio Frequency Spectrum and/or Telecommunication Devices organized in Indonesia by the Administrative Penalty Management Team of the Radio Frequency Spectrum Monitoring Institute (Balmon Kominfo) on Friday, May 7, 2024. This socialization discusses administrative penalty sanctions for the improper use of radio frequencies in Indonesia. There are several regulations that can serve as references for operators of telecommunication devices in carrying out their operations, including: 3 Types of Violations The imposition of administrative fines for violations of Radio Frequency Spectrum/Telecommunication Device misuse is classified into 3 types: The formula for calculating fines for SFR/APT misuse based on Presidential Regulation No. 43 of 2023 Articles 20-21 is as follows: FINE = VIOLATION POINTS x ADMINISTRATIVE FINE RATE Violation Points = Violation Index x Maximum Points x Weight Percentage Here is a simulation of administrative fine calculation amounting to Rp500,000.000 for APT violations by company X, which sells uncertified telecommunications devices from abroad in the territory of Indonesia. If administrative fines for SFR/APT misuse are not paid for 3 consecutive times, the licensing service will be suspended by the Director General. The presence of Cerapproval International at the socialization event regarding administrative penalty sanctions related to the use of Radio Frequency Spectrum and Telecommunication Devices in Indonesia reaffirms our commitment to ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. With the experience and commitment of Cerapproval International, we are ready to assist companies in obtaining the necessary certifications to meet the standards set by the Indonesian Government. Contact us today for the best and most reliable certification services!