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For import The importation of equipment, technological devices or telecommunications equipment into Nicaragua requires authorization and registration with the telecommunications regulator, the Nicaraguan Telecommunications Institute (TELCOR), and obtaining an import permit for such equipment. This is done on an annual basis subject to renewal. Without this permit, the owner of the equipment will be subject to import withholding by the General Directorate of Customs Services (DGA) and the goods will not be delivered until the corresponding permit is obtained. There are exceptions for operators established on the basis of their license or authorization. 

For Homologation of telecommunications equipment: It is the Act by which the regulatory body officially recognizes that the specifications of an equipment intended for telecommunications, meets the standards previously issued or approved. It is an applicable procedure so that they can be marketed, used and operated in Nicaragua. It is approved by the regulator., a fin de que éste compruebe que las características técnicas del dispositivo no dañarán a las redes que se conecten ni interferirán con otros servicios de telecomunicaciones, y para garantizar la seguridad del usuario.

Example of equipment that must be approved: cell phone, tablet, GPS or router, etc.

Who can approve?

1.- Equipment manufacturers

2.- Suppliers of equipment authorized by the manufacturer

3.- Telecommunication operators authorized by the manufacturer

Legal basis:  Administrative Agreement corresponding to the case, issued by the regulatory agency and the Regulations for Customs Inspections and Control of the Introduction of Telecommunications Equipment.