How to Get Indonesian SDPPI Certification?

The Indonesian Directorate General of Resources and Equipment for Post and Informatics (SDPPI) is the regulatory agency responsible for establishing, planning, and implementing standardization policies in radio and communications. SDPPI functions as a public service institution, granting licenses for radio spectrum usage and managing interference within the radio frequency spectrum. This agency has the authority to test and certify wireless and communication products, including SDPPI certification for wireless products.

For wireless products to be exported to Indonesia, SDPPI type approval and customs inspection are mandatory. Since June 2009, the Indonesian Directorate General of Post and Telecommunications (DGPT) has prohibited foreign companies from being certificate holders for type approvals.

Regulations Related to SDPPI Certification

- Bluetooth: No. 09 / DIRJEN / 2004

- WLAN: No. 28 / PERMEN / 2015

- Short-Range Devices (SRD): No. 214 / DIRJEN / 2005

- GSM: No. 370 / DIRJEN / 2010

- WCDMA: No. 173 / DIRJEN / 2009

- LTE: No. 27 / TAHUN 2015

Documents Required for SDPPI Certification Application

1. Copy of association act (Indonesian: "aktapendirian")

2. Copy of tax number (Indonesian: "NPWP")

3. Copy of company registration (Indonesian: "TDP")

4. Copy of import license (Indonesian: "NPIK")

5. Relevant technical documents and application forms

6. Local agent information (certificate will be issued only to the local agent)

7. For Indonesian certification, the applicant must appoint an authorized local Indonesian company as the certificate holder. Local companies, including the manufacturer’s agent, wholesaler, or broker, are permitted to act as the certificate holder. (Testing is required within Indonesia).

SDPPI Certification Overview

- Regulating Authority: Indonesian DGPT

- Local Representative Required: Yes

- Local Testing Required: Yes

- Processing Time: 6-8 weeks

- Sample Quantity: Minimum of 2 sets

Basic Documents Required

- AGC application form

- User manual

- Circuit schematic

- Block diagram

- PCB layout & location

- Authorization letter

- Other specified stamped documents

Important Notes 

Since September 1, 2014, SDPPI certificates are no longer categorized as Type A or Type B. Key points are:

1. There is no distinction between Type A and Type B certificates.

2. Manufacturers or importers can directly apply for SDPPI certificates.

3. Certificate validity is three years, with a one-time renewal extending the validity by an additional three years. After six years, a completely new application is required.

4. Since November 14, 2014, products with WLAN and Bluetooth functionalities must provide "direct measurement" samples. The previous policy accepting standard samples for Bluetooth products is no longer in effect.

Special Cases for SDPPI Certification Exemption 

Products eligible for SDPPI exemption mainly include GPS terminals, servers, network switching devices, keyless systems, wireless charging devices, etc. Required documents for exemption application are as follows:

1. Signed application letter by a genuine importer or manufacturer

2. Product description

3. Photos (internal and external)

4. Label photo

5. User manual

Exemption Notes 

1. The exemption holder can be the importer, manufacturer, or factory. However, it is recommended to apply under the local Indonesian importer’s name.

2. Exemption validity is one year and must be renewed upon expiration.

3. Processing time for exemption applications is generally 1-2 weeks.

4. Document review is sufficient; sample submission is not required.