On July 10, 2026, Chile's Undersecretariat of Telecommunications (SUBTEL) published Exempt Resolution No. 1247/2026, which modifies and consolidates the Technical Standard for Short Range Devices (SRD) originally established by Exempt Resolution No. 1.985/2017. The new regulation, effective from July 17, 2026, introduces both formal and substantive changes to the regulatory framework for SRDs in Chile.

Key updates include the standardization of frequency band notation and the mandatory use of the term 'equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP or p.i.r.e.)' for emission limits, aligning Chilean requirements with ITU recommendations. The regulation also introduces new frequency bands and power limits for medical, IoT, and emerging applications, and clarifies technical requirements for a wide range of wireless devices.

A major procedural change is the requirement for a visible QR code on the packaging, device, or accompanying documentation, linking to a website with detailed technical and commercial information, including test reports and compliance declarations. Medical and medical-related devices must obtain a SUBTEL certificate prior to commercialization, while other SRDs require a test report demonstrating compliance with all applicable technical standards.

The regulation further mandates that all test laboratories must hold at least one international accreditation, and sets out detailed requirements for the content and accessibility of compliance information. The updated standard also repeals previous regulations, consolidating all current requirements into a single, coordinated text to facilitate understanding and enforcement.

Overall, this update represents a significant modernization of Chile's SRD regulatory regime, with broad implications for manufacturers, importers, test labs, and distributors operating in the wireless device market.

This regulation is classified as High Impact due to its comprehensive and mandatory changes affecting the approval, importation, labeling, certification, and operation of a wide range of wireless devices in Chile.

Key reasons for High Impact:

• Mandatory QR code labeling and online compliance information for all SRDs.
• New and updated frequency bands and power limits for multiple device categories.
• Revised certification and test report requirements, including international lab accreditation.
• Consolidation and repeal of previous standards, requiring immediate compliance adaptation.

Who is affected?

Manufacturers, importers, local representatives, test laboratories, distributors, and end users of wireless microphones, remote controls, IoT devices, medical implant systems, RFID, vehicle radars, and other SRDs.

Conclusion:

All stakeholders in the Chilean wireless device market must review and update their compliance processes, labeling, and documentation to meet the new requirements effective July 17, 2026.