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Mexico's Federal Telecommunications Institute to Auction New Radio Spectrum Bands for 5G Development

Published /Mexico

Introduction

The Federal Telecommunications Institute intends to place more radio spectrum bands on the market that support the development of Mexico's 5G ecosystem, a high-speed internet connectivity technology.

Project Overview

This project contemplates putting into competition basically three radio bands that have aroused the interest of the industry in the provision of Internet services and for their complement with other technologies in industrial processes. 5G technology is used in applications in the productive sector, education, science, medicine, and mass consumption of services such as fixed and mobile Internet.

Upcoming Consultation

At the end of January 2024, the regulator will present a first public consultation in which it will propose the alternative of bidding for the 600 MHz - 850 MHz and 3.5 GHz bands, while it is still considering formally including in that package Band L, the 1.5 GHz.

Additional Information

Read more here - https://www.eleconomista.com.mx/empresas/IFT-licitara-las-bandas-de-600-MHz-y-3.5-GHz-para-no-retrasar-el-desarrollo-de-5G-en-Mexico-20231211-0095.html

Mexico Quick Facts

Regulatory AgencyIFT (Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones)
Certification TypeMandatory
License ValidityFinal Homologation Certificate: permanent
Application LanguageSpanish
Legal License HolderRequired
In-country Testing RequirementDepending on the product

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