The Communications Regulatory Authority

CRA manages Qatar's radio spectrum, and conducts routine inspections to ensure compliance with the Telecommunications Law. Under the Law, the import and sale of radio and telecommunication equipment requires an authorization from CRA. Approvals are necessary to ensure the equipment meets certain safety and technical standards. Radio and telecommunication equipment includes, but is not limited to, mobile phones, wireless local area networks (WLAN), and short range devices (SRD). Earlier in April this year, CRA issued 48 violation notices. More than 50% of those violations have been rectified by the business owners. Legal action will be taken against the businesses that have failed to rectify their violation.