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Indonesia Enforces New Technical Standard for Free Space Optics (FSO) Devices – Ministerial Decree No. 43/2025
Effective May 18, 2025, the Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI) has officially enacted Ministerial Decree No. 43 of 2025 regarding the Technical Standards for Free Space Optics (FSO) Telecommunication Devices in Indonesia. This regulation replaces and invalidates the previous Ministerial Decree No. 59 of 2022, which is now revoked. What’s Covered in Ministerial Decree No. 43/2025? The new decree establishes mandatory technical standards for all Free Space Optics (FSO) telecommunication devices that are manufactured, imported, assembled, or marketed in Indonesia. Key provisions include: Technical Standards for FSO Devices Power supply requirements Electrical safety standards (IEC 62368-1 or IEC 60950-1)
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Announcement: Organizational Changes from SDPPI to DJID Affecting Certification Lead Time
As of 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI) has officially restructured its certification authority. The former SDPPI (Directorate General of Post and Telecommunication Devices) has now transitioned into the DJID (Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure). This change not only reflects a broader focus on digital infrastructure but also affects the internal processing system for device certification submissions through Komdigi. What’s Changing? Authority Name and Structure Before: SDPPI (Direktorat Jenderal Sumber Daya dan Perangkat Pos dan Informatika) Now: DJID (Direktorat Jenderal Infrastruktur Digital) This rebranding aligns with Indonesia’s digital transformation agenda and centralizes regulatory oversight under KOMDIGI. Lead
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Indonesia Requires EMC Immunity (CISPR 35) for SDPPI / DJID Certification at Komdigi
Starting July 1, 2025 (To be confirmed in the next official update), Indonesia will officially require EMC immunity testing in addition to EMC emissions testing as part of the SDPPI/DJID certification process at Komdigi. This new mandate enforces CISPR 35 as the national standard for EMC immunity — a critical update for manufacturers and importers of telecommunication equipment seeking legal market access in Indonesia. What Is EMC Testing? EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) testing ensures that electronic devices: Do not emit excessive electromagnetic interference (EMI) Can operate reliably in the presence of external electromagnetic disturbances Until now, SDPPI (Now DJID) certification primarily
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New Technical Standards for Free Space Optics (FSO) Devices – KM KOMDIGI No. 43/2025
The Indonesian government has issued KM KOMDIGI No. 43/2025, updating the Ministerial Decree KOMINFO No. 59/2022, to establish the latest technical standards for Free Space Optics (FSO) telecommunications devices. What is Free Space Optics (FSO)? Free Space Optics (FSO) is a telecommunication technology that uses light propagation through the air to transmit information in a point-to-point and line-of-sight configuration. FSO Device Certification Requirements All FSO devices must meet the following regulatory requirements: Mandatory Certification FSO devices must obtain a Telecommunication Equipment Certificate that complies with Indonesia’s technical standards. Additional Requirements for Laser Class 2, 2M, 3R, and 3B Submission of