ARCEP Approval in Benin: Everything Manufacturers Must Know For Market Access

Entering the Beninese telecom market isn’t just about having a great product—it’s about securing the official ARCEP Benin Type Approval.

This mandatory certification, issued by the Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et de la Poste (ARCEP BENIN), ensures your telecom or radio frequency (RF) devices comply fully with national standards for technical performance, safety, and spectrum management. Without this approval, your products cannot be legally imported, marketed, or used in Benin.

At Nano Technology Solutions, we offer a complete Benin ARCEP Type Approval service, handling document preparation, local coordination, sample management, and liaison with ARCEP, to ensure your products enter the Benin market without delays or compliance risks.

Businesses and Devices That Must Obtain ARCEP Approval:

Any manufacturer, importer, or distributor placing telecom or RF devices into the Benin market must obtain ARCEP certification before the product can be marketed, imported, or used.

Devices Subject to ARCEP Type Approval in Benin:

All imported or locally manufactured terminal equipment and radio-electric equipment, whether or not connected to public networks, must be approved by type and model before commercialization or use in Benin.

No devices are exempt—both terminal and RF equipment require approval. Examples include:

• Mobile phones and smartphones

• Routers, modems, and Wi-Fi devices

• Bluetooth and IoT/M2M modules

• Radio transmitters and receivers

• Network infrastructure equipment

Equipment without RF interfaces (e.g., standard appliances) does not require ARCEP approval unless it contains an RF-enabled module, in which case only the module needs certification.

Essential Paperwork for ARCEP Type Approval:

To initiate the Benin ARCEP Type Approval process, you will need:

• User Manual & Technical Datasheet

• Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

• Trade Register/Commercial Registration Certificate

• Internal & external product photos

• Circuit and block diagrams

• RF, EMC, and safety test reports

• GSMA TAC letter (for cellular devices)

• Module-specific documentation (where applicable)

ARCEP Certification in Benin: From Application to Approval:

Step 1 – Documentation Review

We verify the completeness and compliance of your documents and prepare the application for ARCEP submission.

Step 2 – Sample Submission

A terminal equipment sample is always required for approval. ARCEP may also request a sample for radio equipment if needed.

Step 3 – ARCEP Evaluation

ARCEP examines the documentation and sample. Additional details may be requested based on the product type.

Step 4 – Certificate Issuance

After the standard lead time of 8 to 10 weeks, ARCEP issues a Benin Type Approval certificate for the specific make and model.

Certificate Validity and Updates:

The ARCEP Benin certificate remains valid unless the product’s specifications, model, or manufacturer change. In such cases, a new application must be submitted.

In Benin, in-country compliance is non-negotiable. With our expertise, local coordination, and proven track record in ARCEP Benin Type Approval, we ensure your certification process is smooth and risk-free.

📧 Contact us at info@nanotechsol.com to start your Benin ARCEP certification today.