Customs Release Permit for Telecommunication Devices

Service Description

Through this service, TDRA issues customs release permits for telecommunications equipment in the UAE. To view the Type Approval Policy, please click here.


Service Steps


Expected Time
  • 1 working hour

Fees
  • Free of Charge


SDGs Goal
  • Industry, Innovation And Infrastructure

Target Audience
  • Individuals

    Business sector

    Government sector


Service Channels
  • Smart App
  • TDRA Website

Service Conditions
  • For individuals: A device compatible with the technical requirements adopted by TDRA and published on its website
  • For companies: The company is registered with TDRA, and the devices are certified by TDRA

Complication Level
  • Express service

Service Package
  • No service package

Service outcome
  • Customs release permit

Service Remark
  • Types of Customs Clearance Permits: - Customs Clearance Permit for Commercial Purposes - Temporary Customs Clearance Permit - Customs Clearance Permit for Imported Telecommunications Devices for Personal use (Non-Commercial) - Permanent Customs Clearance Permit

Service Limitation
  • The service is requested by: - individuals wanting to import telecom equipment for personal use - Manufacturers and suppliers of telecom equipment in the State, and registered with TDRA - Governments and companies wishing to participate in exhibitions held within the State (whether the companies are from abroad or within the State)

Linkage to Other Services
  • The service is linked to "Register Telecom Supplier" service and "Register and Approve Telecommunication Equipment" service

Required Documents

Documents required of individuals:

  • Customs documents of the shipment
  • Technical specifications of the devices

Documents required of businesses:

  • The approved device in the company's account
  • Customs declaration
  • Bill of lading
  • Device specifications
  • Shipping lists or invoices

- As for companies wishing to participate in exhibitions held within the country, whether the companies are from abroad or inside the country, they must adhere to the following:

  • Obtaining a letter from the organizer indicating that the company concerned is participating in the exhibition organized, together with specifying the exhibition name, venue, date, and the company's platform number
  • A letter of undertaking from the company addressed to TDRA mentioning that the equipment will be returned to its source following the exhibition's end

For assistance, get in touch through

Call: 800 12