Regulatory Updates for Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan State Committee for IT and Communications label requirements:

While there are no specific marking requirements from SCIC it is recommended that you use CE marking standards.

Also note that CU DoC or CU CoC is required in this country and they do have the following marking requirements:

Kyrgyzstan Regulatory Approval Overview

Type approval in Kyrgyzstan

The State Committee of Information Technology and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic (commonly referred to as the State Committee for IT and Communications) is the government agency responsible for regulating and overseeing the development and implementation of information technology, telecommunications, and related sectors in Kyrgyzstan.

Approval from the State Committee of Information Technology and Communications in Kyrgyzstan typically refers to obtaining official permission or certification from the Committee for activities in the following areas:

Telecommunications and Internet Services: Companies that wish to offer telecommunications, internet, or related services in Kyrgyzstan need approval from this Committee. This includes companies providing mobile network services, internet service providers (ISPs), and companies offering other forms of communication infrastructure.

Import/Export of IT Equipment: If a business or individual is importing or exporting

telecommunications or IT equipment, such as mobile devices, computers, routers,

or network infrastructure, the State Committee may need to provide approval to

ensure the equipment complies with local standards and regulations.

Licensing and Regulation of IT Services: Companies offering certain IT-related services,

including software development, cybersecurity services, or cloud computing, might need

approval or a license from the State Committee to operate legally.

Data Protection and Privacy Compliance: Approval may be required for companies or

organizations that manage personal data, ensuring compliance with data protection laws

and regulations.

Radio Frequency Spectrum Allocation: The State Committee is responsible for regulating

and managing the use of the radio frequency spectrum in the country. Approval may be

needed for companies seeking to use frequencies for broadcasting, telecommunications,

or other communications services.

Cybersecurity and National Security: Any entity working in areas related to national security, such as providing critical infrastructure services, software development, or cybersecurity solutions, may need to seek approval from the State Committee to ensure compliance with laws governing security standards.

In short, obtaining approval from the State Committee of Information Technology and Communications is a requirement for businesses or individuals operating in areas related to telecommunications, internet services, IT infrastructure, and communication technology in Kyrgyzstan. This approval helps ensure that these operations align with national laws, security standards, and regulatory frameworks.

SCA type approval in Kyrgyzstan requires acceptable CE test reports.
1 sample setup for in country testing required including all cables, adapters, software, etc. to put the equipment into test modes.
Local representative required.
CU DoC or CoC required.
Lead time is approximately 6-8 weeks from the time all document and samples have been collected.
Certificate valid for 1 year.

Customs Union Certification refers to the certification requirements for goods that are traded within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The EAEU includes several countries (Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia), and the customs union established within the union allows for the free movement of goods among member states, while maintaining a common external tariff for goods coming from outside the union.

Key Aspects of Customs Union Certification in the EAEU:

Eurasian Conformity Mark (EAC Mark): One of the most significant elements of customs union certification is the EAC (Eurasian Conformity) mark. This mark indicates that a product complies with the technical regulations set by the EAEU. It is required for many types of goods that are produced or imported into EAEU member countries.

The EAC mark ensures that products meet the safety, environmental, and quality standards established by EAEU regulations.
It is required for a wide range of products, including electronics, toys, medical devices, machinery, chemicals, and food products.

Technical Regulations of the EAEU: The EAEU has established a series of technical regulations that all products must meet in order to be certified for sale or distribution within member countries. These regulations cover areas like:

Product safety
Health and environmental standards
Energy efficiency
Consumer protection

Products that meet these standards are eligible for certification and can be labeled with the EAC mark.

Certification Process: The certification process for goods entering EAEU countries generally involves several steps:

Pre-shipment inspection: Some products may require a pre-shipment inspection or testing to ensure they meet the necessary standards.
Certification application: Manufacturers or importers apply to accredited certification bodies within the EAEU to get their products tested and certified.
Product testing: Depending on the type of product, testing may be required in an authorized laboratory.
Issuance of certificate: Once the product is tested and deemed compliant with the relevant technical regulations, a certificate is issued.

The certification bodies responsible for issuing certificates are often designated by the government or by EAEU authorities. These bodies are authorized to evaluate product compliance with EAEU regulations.

Commonly Certified Products under the Customs Union:

Electronics and electrical goods (e.g., household appliances, IT equipment)
Food and beverages (e.g., imported food products, cosmetics)
Toys and children's products (e.g., safety standards for toys)
Automotive components and vehicles (e.g., parts, tires, and vehicles themselves)
Construction materials (e.g., cement, insulation materials)
Medical products (e.g., devices, medicines)

Summary:

Customs Union Certification refers to the process through which products are certified to meet the technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). It involves obtaining the EAC mark to prove compliance with safety, health, and quality standards required for the free movement of goods within the union. The certification process ensures that goods entering EAEU countries are safe, reliable, and meet the union’s agreed standards, making it easier for products to circulate within the member countries without additional customs barriers.

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Frequencies allowed in Kyrgyzstan:

Cellular systems: The 825–845 MHz and 870–890 MHz bands are used for cellular systems.
Land mobile radio communications: The 815–820 MHz and 860–865 MHz bands are used for land mobile radio communications.
Portable simplex radio stations: The 859–860 MHz band is used for portable simplex radio stations with a transmitter power of up to 100 mW.
Cordless office-type telephones: The 864–868.2 MHz band is used for cordless office-type telephones.

Contact CSIA for a more detailed list of frequencies allowed in Kyrgyzstan.

November 2017

GOVERNMENT OF THE KYRGYZ REPUBLIC REGULATION
dated November 21 , 2017 No. 762

On approval of Requirements for the protection of information contained in databases of state information systems
(As amended by the Resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic dated December 31, 2019 No. 744, and the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic dated January 31, 2022 No. 45)

In accordance with Article 19 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Electronic Management", Articles 10 and 17 of the Constitutional Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic", the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic.

DECIDES:

1. To approve the Requirements for the protection of information contained in databases of state information systems (hereinafter - Requirements).

2. The State Committee for Information Technologies and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, shall submit proposals to the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic by April 1, 2018 on the organization of the fulfillment of the Requirements approved by this resolution.

3. To ministries, state committees, administrative departments, other state bodies (as agreed), local self-government bodies (as agreed), state and municipal enterprises, organizations and institutions financed from the republican and/or local budgets, owners and/or operators of state/municipal information systems, up to 1 July 2018 to take measures arising from the Requirements approved by this resolution.

4. To establish that the State Committee for Information Technologies and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic jointly with the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic exercises control over compliance with the Requirements.

(As amended by the Resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic dated December 31, 2019 No. 744)

5. Recommend that local self-government bodies that create and operate information systems subject to inclusion in the Register of State e-Government Infrastructure, from July 1, 2018, annually submit relevant information on the fulfillment of the Requirements approved by this resolution to the Ministry of Digital Development of the Kyrgyz Republic.

(As amended by Resolution No. 45 of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic dated January 31, 2022)

6. To assign control over the execution of this resolution to the Department of Construction, Transport and Communications of the Apparatus of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic.

7. This resolution comes into force after fifteen days from the date of official publication.

Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan is located in Central Asia.

The current population as of 2024 is 7,227,217.

Kyrgyz is spoken natively by more than 5 million people.