Oman - TRA Type Approval - Overview

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Oman, is the country’s regulator responsible for Wireless Regulatory Compliance and for the reviews and Type Approvals of all Radio and Telecommunication equipment prior to their use, import and production in Oman.

There are few exemptions to the TRA Type Approval which are mentioned on this page below.

This ensures safe, compliant, and functional devices in Oman’s networks. The TRA Approval label is a mark of quality and compliance, ensuring telecom equipment meets the required standards.

We provide the following country services specific to Oman TRA Type Approval :

Guidance and consulting on the approval scope and applicable Test standards in Oman
Handling all local customs duties and taxes payments and Govt. charges for Type Approval Applications
Management of full TRA Oman Type Approval Process
Full support of Oman TRA re-approvals of expired/old/near-to-expire TRA type approvals

Oman Apprval Summary

Oman TRA Type Approval - Summary:

Concerned Authority : Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) (https://tra.gov.om)
Applicable Radio and Telecommunication Equipment Certification : TRA Type Approval
Required Documents:
- Technical Literature of Device (User Manual, Specifications/Data Sheet, Operational Description)
- Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
- RF,EMC,Health and Safety Test Reports as per applicable Test standards
- GSMA TAC Letter(for cellular devices)
Sample Requirements: Not required
Approval Validity: 4 Years
In-country Testing Requirements: Not applicable
Local Representation : Yes, Required
Labelling Requirement: Yes, Required.
Lead time : 3-4 Weeks
Import Permit Requirement : Yes, TRA Import Permit/NOCs required for the customs clearance of all Telecommunication equipment shipments in Oman through Oman online system (Bayan).

Oman Exempt Items

List of Exempt Items from Oman Type Approval:

Following equipment are exempt from Oman TRA Type Approval:

Non sending receivers such as (GPS).
Echo Sounder.
The servers used to store data without dealing in telecom data packets or frequencies.
Microwave Ovens and infrared short range remote controls.
Accessories of telecom devices which are capable of transmission.
Imported telecom devices intended for re-export.