Certification Management

Certificate renewals and lifecycle management across global markets.

Kiwa Product Compliance (KPC) supports clients with management of the certification lifecycle for radio and electrical products worldwide. Our multilingual teams streamline approvals across 220+ countries and territories to provide a clear and confident path to compliance.

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Certification Management overview

Certification Management covers the planning, compilation, submission and upkeep of approvals such as CE/RED, UKCA, FCC, ISED, and countryspecific type approvals. We build the evidence, liaise with authorities, and keep certificates current as your products evolve. 

Pre‑Compliance and Design‑Stage Support

    Scoping & Market Map

    Confirm products, variants, radios, target regions.

    Evidence Build

    Align test plans; gather reports, TCF/DoC, user docs.

    Submission and Liaison

    We prepare forms, submit, and resolve queries.

    Certification and Listing

    Receive certificates and listings; apply markings.

    Maintenance and Renewals

    Maintenance and Renewals → track expiries, manage updates and variants.

Why Choose KPC?

Trusted by Leading Electronics Brands

Consultative, partnership-led approach

We guide you through every step.

Specialists

Multilingual team of 50+ GMA specialists

Dedicated support

From in house technical, project management and regional teams.

Trusted

Trusted by blue-chip brands and SMEs alike.

Real influence

Real influence in shaping the compliance landscape.

Keep informed

With our regulatory updates.

Who We Work With

We support stakeholders across the electronics supply chain, including:

Product Managers and Engineers - delivering faster routes to market

Compliance Managers and Engineers - ensuring ongoing conformity with international standards

Design Engineers - advising on EMC, Radio, and Safety design considerations

Quality Managers - providing accredited test data for audits and regulators

Procurement and Purchasing Leads - reducing risk when sourcing compliant components

Business Benefits

Why Certification Management Matters

Accelerate market entry

Accelerate market entry by coordinating testing and certification together.

Reduce risk

Reduce risk of costly rework.

Streamlined process

Streamlined process through one compliance partner.

Stay compliant

Stay compliant with proactive maintenance and renewals

FAQs

What types of product certifications can Kiwa help my company obtain?
 

Kiwa supports a wide range of certifications across global markets, including CE marking, UKCA, FCC, IC, CB Scheme, EMC, RF, Safety and marketspecific approvals. We can also coordinate testing and approvals for regions such as the EU, UK, North America, LATAM, Middle East, and APAC. 

How long does the certification process typically take?
 

Timelines vary depending on: 

-Product type 

-Required markets 

-Testing complexity 

As a guideline:
 

EU/UK certification: 4–12 weeks 

FCC/IC: 6–10 weeks 

CB Scheme: 4–8 weeks 

Global approvals: 8–30+ weeks depending on region 

Kiwa can often shorten timelines by coordinating tests and submissions in parallel. 

Can Kiwa manage the entire certification process on our behalf?
 

Yes - Kiwa offers full certification management to speed up time to market, including: 

Test planning and scheduling 

Accredited testing 

Submission of approval and renewal applications 

Communication with regulatory bodies 

Tracking and reporting progress 

How often do certifications need to be renewed, and what is required?
 

Renewal frequency varies by jurisdiction: 

  • EU/UK: CE and UKCA typically don’t expire unless standards change or the product is modified 

  • FCC/IC: Certifications generally do not expire 

  • Global approvals: Many require renewal every 1–5 years 

Kiwa tracks expiry dates and regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance. 

Do you offer ongoing compliance monitoring?
 

Yes - Kiwa provides services such as: 

Regulatory change monitoring 

Certificate expiry tracking 

Postmarket surveillance 

Compliance updates for multi-market products 

This ensures your product remains compliant throughout its lifecycle. 

Can Kiwa support multi-market or global certifications?
 

Yes - Kiwa specialises in facilitating approvals in 150+ countries, coordinating all testing, documentation, and applications.  

We can also: 

Identify overlapping requirements 

Reduce replicated testing 

Manage translations and countryspecific forms 

This simplifies entry into new global markets. 

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