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Adjustment of RFC certificate and FSS notification on products of foreign manufacture is also connected with necessity of granting the documents certified by foreign artificial person to official bodies of Russian Federation. For instance, to get RFC certificate the power of attorney must be given to Russian representative allowing him to give in all radio-electronic (high-frequency) devices’ technical features. FSS notification requires legalized FSS notification forms signed by the manufacturer or a legalized power of attorney from manufacturer to Russian local representative, allowing him to give in cryptographic characteristics of device. In any case, all documents certified by foreign artificial person, must have a legalization - documents must pass the procedure to gain its legal effect on territory of Russian Federation.

Document legalization

in countries participants of Hague convention in October 5th 1961 is proceeding in a special way - using apostille (certifying inscription). Apostille has square form with sides at least 9 cm long. Apostille is stamped on each copy (on the document itself or on a separate certified paper, bounded with the main document). Title "APOSTILLE /Convention de la Haye du 5 octobre 1961/" must be made in French, but text of it can be made in official language of distributive body.


Legalization - apostille


Countries, who did not accept that Hague convention (e.g. China), are still holding to consular legalization. It means that documents are legalized by consulate of Russian embassies stated in country-manufacturer.


Legalization - consular


We grant actual samples of powers of attorney and examples of country-specific correctly made legalized documents to our customers for RFC certificate and FSS notification.

Апостиль и консульская легализация для рынка России   合法化 - Apostille 文档领事合法化
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Hi, do Bluetooth products need FSS Notification or FSB Notification?
paz 10/10/2019 12:00:49 PM
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Hi Paz,
Usually BT devices do not require a FSS notification.
Certificate.Net Expert 10/10/2019 12:19:49 PM
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Hi, can EU Declaration of Conformity signed by manufacturer, which is based on non-accredited testing, utilise for EAC (Russian) approval for Bluetooth LE product? br -Lasse-
Lasse 10/4/2019 3:32:31 PM
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Hi Lasse,
No, it can’t be used for EAC approval.
Certificate.Net Expert 10/4/2019 3:32:31 PM
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Hi, can FCC approval utilise for Russian approval for Bluetooth LE product?
Lasse 9/27/2019 2:55:01 PM
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Hi Lasse,
Bluetooth LE products usually require a EAC declaration TR CU EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) only. FCC approval can’t be used for EAC approval since Russia do not have a two-way agreement with USA. But, in any case, the FCC test report could be useful as a detailed tech description of the product.
Certificate.Net Expert 9/30/2019 11:33:01 AM
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Hi, can the EAC mark only be shown on the device's display instead of being affixed to device? br -Lasse-
Lasse 10/11/2018 10:39:07 AM
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Hi Lasse,
EAC mark must not be shown on the device’s display only. In this case the EAC mark is not accessible for inspection while the display is turned off or broken, which is not allowed by TR CU. In the same time, according to the TR CU 004/2011 “Low Voltage Equipment” and TR CU 020/2011 “Electromagnetic Compatibility” «4. Affixing of a single mark of market access of the Member States of the Customs Union only on packaging and its indication in the attached operational documents is allowed in case a single mark of market access can’t be affixed directly on a technical device due to its specific construction.» I hope this helps you.
Certificate.Net Expert 10/11/2018 3:51:07 PM
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We want to export into Russia a battery operated (4xAA) product which contains Bluetooth Low Energy module. We would like to know: - Which documents (certificates/licenses) are requested? - What is the procedure that must be followed? - What is the max cost for getting this documents? - How long does it take to get this documents? - What information we have to provide for getting these documents. br -Lasse-
Lasse 9/18/2018 11:34:27 AM
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Hello Lasse,
The product must have a EAC declaration of conformity (EAC DoC). EAC DoC may be issued to Eurasian Economic Union domestic company only. The local representative must have a signed authorization agreement with the product’s manufacturer (in the case of EAC DoC issued for time period) or a signed shipping contract (in the case of EAC DoC issued for single shipment). Also he will need a product’s user manual officially translated to Russian.
Cost & time:
  • USD * for single shipment EAC DoC.
  • USD * for 1 year valid EAC DoC.
  • USD * for 5 years valid EAC DoC.
Lead time 2-4 working days. When the EAC DoC will be issued the info about it will appear in the EAC registry.Russian customs use this registry to check if a declaration exists and valid.
Certificate.Net Expert 9/18/2018 12:34:27 PM
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Hi, We would like to offer our product to Russian customers and we would like to ask you what kind of certificates we need for GLONASS Vehicle Tracking Driver Behaviour Monitor containing SIM Card. We will ship from Dubai UAE to Russia Thank you very much
David Harradine 6/6/2017 11:17:52 AM
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Hi David,
Usually such devices require:
1. RFC certificate
Maximum validity unlimited, the applicant must be the authorized representative in Russia (the importer).
Lead time from 5 to 33 days (by applicant’s choice, shorter time requires bigger tax), minimum cost USD * + minimum tax USD *.
PleaseREFer to our online calculator for additional info about taxes and issuing times
The test sample is required.
2. FSS notification
Maximum validity unlimited, the applicant must be the manufacturer or the authorized representative in Russia.
Lead time 5 days, cost USD * for one model, no extra tax.
Registration procedure requires to sign a set of application documents and provide:
- A technical characteristics - signed by the manufacturer or an authorized representative (text prepared by our experts).
or
- A copy of a power of attorney (sample provided by our experts), with Russian translation & Apostille or consular legalization (depends on country).
Certificate.Net Expert 6/6/2017 12:27:48 PM
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Hello, I found your information very helpful! But I have a question. We are planning to export Animal Repellent (it works with a rechargeable battery) to Russia, so could you tell me does it need any of the above mentioned certificates? And if yes-which? Thank you, Irina.
Irina 6/5/2017 11:56:33 AM
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Hello Irina,
This product can require 2 types of certificates (declarations):
1. For electrical part.
In case of using some standard (AA, AAA etc.) rechargeable battery, not included in the package, it does not require any certificate of declaration.
In case of using inbuilt battery the product requires EAC certificate.
Please send me a technical description of the product for more specific answer.
What HS code do you use?
2. For chemical part.
We a unable to clarify that because our company does not have experts for chemical industry.
Please check this list of restrictions (sections 1.1, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.12, 2.13)
Certificate.Net Expert 6/5/2017 4:25:28 PM
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Dear Sir, we want to export into Russia an industrial tunnel that is around 10 m long, where the Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (at 27.12 MHz) are applied to the product for heating it. We would like to know: - Which documents (certificates/licenses) are requested? - What is the procedure that must be followed? - What is the max cost for getting this documents? - How long does it take to get this documents? - What information we have to provide for getting these documents. We must provide a written guarantee to our customers, so we need real and safe figures. Thank you. Kind regards.
Ugo 3/30/2017 11:37:20 AM
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Dear Ugo,
Usually such products (defrosters) require:

1. EAC certificate of conformity to EMC and LVE standards.
Maximum validity 3 years, the applicant must be the authorized representative in Russia.
Lead time 5 days, cost USD *, no extra tax.
Certification procedure requires to sign a set of application documents and provide:
  • A copy of the technical specification - signed by the applicant.
  • A copy of the manual - signed by the applicant.
  • A sample of the product label - signed by the applicant.
  • Photos of the product.
  • Copies of the constituent documents of applicant - signed by the applicant.


2. RFC certificate of conformity to HFD standards.
Maximum validity unlimited, the applicant must be the authorized representative in Russia.
Lead time from 5 to 33 days (by applicant’s choice, shorter time requires the bigger tax), cost USD * + minimum tax USD *.
Certification procedure requires to sign a set of application documents and provide:
  • A copy of the Unified State Register of Legal Entities form - signed by the applicant.
  • A copy of the order of appointment to the post of applicant’s director - signed by the applicant.
  • A product sample for testing (optional testing on the customs).


If the product RF transmitter has output power above 5W then it also requires:
3. EAC license
Maximum validity 1 year, the applicant must be the importer in Russia.
Lead time 5 days, cost USD * + tax USD *.
Registration procedure requires to sign a set of application documents and provide:
  • A copy of trading contract - signed by the applicant.
  • A copy of EAC certificate - signed by the applicant.
  • A copy of RFC certificate - signed by the applicant.

All costs and taxes depends on the exchange course and valid for present date.
Certificate.Net Expert 3/27/2017 2:03:18 PM
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What kind of certificate we need for our GPON product(OLT +ONT). Thank you very much!
Jacob 3/16/2017 7:30:05 PM
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Dear Jacob,
In case of using a 220V AC power source the ONT is the subject of EAC declaration.
If the ONT uses some wireless interfaces then it needs to have a RFC certificate.
Finally if the ONT uses any encryption protocols (for example SSL/TLS for remote administration) then it should have a FSS notification.
Certificate.Net Expert 3/17/2017 2:38:26 PM
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Dear Sir, We wanted to start importing Mobile phones - both feature and smart phones . Please advice which certificates are necessary for just import i.e for customs clearance and which are required while selling to our clients. Which are must and which are optional. Thanls alot .
INDER JEET 2/5/2017 4:06:38 PM
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Dear Inder,
Here is a list of mandatory certificates for customs clearance:

EAC declaration of conformity for electrical safety and EMC.
Maximum validity 3 years, the applicant must be the authorized representative in Russia.
Lead time 5 days, cost USD * for one model, no extra tax.
Certification procedure requires to sign a set of application documents and provide:
  • A copy of the technical specification - signed by the applicant.
  • A copy of the manual - signed by the applicant.
  • Copies of the constituent documents of applicant - signed by the applicant.
  • Photos of the device.

RFC certificate of conformity for radiofrequency compatibility.
Maximum validity unlimited, the applicant must be the authorized representative in Russia.
Lead time 1-5 weeks (by applicant’s choice, shorter time requires the bigger tax), minimum cost USD * + tax USD * + testing USD * for one model.
Certification procedure requires to sign a set of application documents and provide:
  • A copy of the Unified State Register of Legal Entities form - signed by the applicant.
  • A copy of the order of appointment to the post of applicant’s director - signed by the applicant.
  • A product sample for testing.

FSS notification for encryption compatibility.
Maximum validity unlimited, the applicant must be the manufacturer or the authorized representative in Russia.
Lead time 5 days, cost USD * for one model, no extra tax.
Registration procedure requires to sign a set of application documents and provide:
  • A technical characteristics - signed by the manufacturer or an authorized representative (text prepared by our experts).
or
  • A copy of a power of attorney (sample provided by our experts), with Russian translation & Apostille or consular legalization.

And for selling to your customers you will need a FAC declaration.
All the documents listed above are obligatory.
Send me a models list and description of each model to calculate the overall cost please.
Certificate.Net Expert 2/6/2017 4:06:11 PM
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Hi, We are sending bank debit cards from London to our Russia bank branch via courier. Customs have held it, as they are asking for an FSB notification for this product. Could you please advise if this is correct and if so, what do we need to do?
Kavitha 1/19/2017 3:00:33 PM
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Hi Kavitha,
It depends on functions of the cards. If cards has chips with hardware encryption (DES, 3DES, AES, RSA, SHA, MD5 etc.) like in Smart Cards, Java Cards, Mifare Cards - then the FSS notification should be registered.
If you have a technical specification for cards chips please send it to me for more concrete answer.
In other case if cards do not have any encryption it should be imported without any additional permissions.
Certificate.Net Expert 1/19/2017 4:36:02 PM
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Hi, We would like to import standard RFID tags to Russia. What certificates and licenses would be required? With best regards, Simon
Simon Peter 1/11/2017 4:23:43 PM
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Hi Simon,
It depends on the standard of RFID tags. Please send me additional information:
  • What standard of the tags (IEC…, ITU…)
  • Working RF frequency
  • Encryption (if any)
Certificate.Net Expert 1/11/2017 5:07:32 PM
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We would like to offer our product to Russian customers and we would like to ask you what kind of certificate we need for our point-to-point radio relay 80GHz link. Thank you very much!
Ondrej Hanzlik 7/11/2016 6:28:22 PM
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Hello Ondrej,
This product needs to have the following documents for customs clearance:
EAC declaration
RFC certificate
EAC license
Certificate.Net Expert 7/12/2016 10:34:05 AM