Count on us as your FCC Designated Agent
We provide non-USA applicants lifetime representation of your products, to meet the FCC's requirements for a Designated Agent under FCC Part 2.911(d)(7).
Easy Process
Web based and digital signatures
Lifetime Pricing
One time charge per product
Company Experience
10+ Years in FCC / EMC Compliance
Wireless Design Experts, Chicago / USA Based Agents
We have been involved in the design, production, and testing of wireless devices for FCC & CE since 2008
As experienced product designers, our company principals, have been through hundreds of FCC certifications, spent countless hours in EMC testing labs, and have a deep regulatory background in the FCC rules and rulemaking process. We have active relationships with both USA & international TCBs to assist in your submission process as your FCC Designated Agent, and have years of experience working with the FCC. You can rely on us for expert representation and technical support for any potential FCC inquiries over the lifetime of your product.
Experience Matters; Choose the Experts
We understand it. No one is getting excited about having to hire an FCC Designated Agent for their product certification. But if something ever does come up with the FCC, our team of experts, are standing by to not only passively forward correspondence but to review and advise and act as your advocate.
How the Process Works
Submit Request For Service
If you can please fill in our online form, and we will review your product and send over a digital quotation you can pay online
Pay for Service
If you want to proceed, return the digital quotation, and we will send over a digital letter of representation for your signature
Sign Agreement Letter
Electronically sign and return the representation letter and we will sign and return an executed copy to you
File With FCC
You will provide your TCB with representation letter and they will proceed to file with the FCC
Tell Me More About FCC Part 2.911(d)(7) & Why I Need an FCC Designated Agent
? What is an FCC Certification?
The FCC Certification is a formally defined mechanism by the FCC that grants you the authorization to market and operate your electronic device in the USA. Historically, the FCC required certification for wireless devices (commonly FCC Part/s 15 wireless transmitters making up the bulk of devices being certified) however with the introduction of the FCC SDoC the USA has begun to require non-domestic entities to have some form of domestic agent to represent for both intentional radiator radiators and unintentional radiators.
? When is an FCC Certification Required?
FCC Certification typically has been required for companies or persons who have created wireless equipment which is not using an FCC certified module. Technically, any electronic device could be submitted for an FCC certification regardless of wireless functionality; however, because of the extra costs of an FCC certification non-wireless equipment was typically tested for authorization under the FCC Verification process, which was then updated and rebadged as the FCC Supplier's Declaration of Conformity (SDoC). In short, there were two processes for equipment: certification for wireless device, and verification / SDoC for non-wireless devices. With the introduction of the SDoC, the FCC began to require that non-USA entities must have a domestic party acting as their representative, but for non-domestic companies without a representative you could file for an FCC Certification and not require a domestic agent.
? What is Required to File with the FCC?
Under, 47 CFR Section § 2.1033, an Application for FCC Certification requires a test report showing compliance to the pertinent FCC technical requirements, a defined FCC ID from the applicant, installation and operating manual (with required disclosures), a description of the circuit functional / theory of operation, block diagram, external and internal photographs, schematics, and PCB layout files. So essentially the FCC requires passing technical test reports, design files of the device, and an explanation of how the device functions. This information is then sent along to a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB) to review, approve, and file with the FCC.
? Why Does the FCC Require a Designated Agent?
Following up from the change to the FCC SDoC, that required non-domestic companies to have a representative, the FCC passed an updated requirements, under 47 CFR § 2.911, in terms of the required documentation. In Clause 2.911(d)(7), the FCC produced a new requirement that any applicant which is filing for authorization under the FCC Certification must have a designated agent which is located in the United States and whose purpose to accept service of process on behalf of the applicant. Prior to this rule, no agent was required so long as the technical files were reviewed and approved by the TCB. This requirement effectively means that any non-domestic company must have some kind of representative in the domestic USA as now both the SDoC & FCC Certification process require a domestic agent.
? When Do You Become Our Designated Agent?
In terms of the timing of the process, once we execute the representation letter and your TCB files your grant with the FCC, we effectively become your designated agent and the FCC will contact us in regards to your FCC certification.
? What Kind of Follow-Up is Required?
Once your device is filed and accepted by the FCC, there is not too much follow-up required on your side. From a practical standpoint of common follow-up items, the FCC / TCBs are required to conduct random audits of devices and from time to time will request follow-up information on products. We will act as your official agent in these matters, and field any kind of requests from the FCC and ensure a timely response and help you interpret any requests from the FCC.
