Complete Guide: Mandatory QR Codes SUBTEL Resolution 737 2026 | Technical and Legal Specifications

Chile positions itself as a regional leader in 2026 with SUBTEL Resolution 737, which revolutionizes the telecommunications equipment certification system. Since February 22, 2026, QR codes are mandatory on all short-range devices.

Key Information:

• In effect since: February 22, 2026
• Estimated cost: USD $2,500-8,000 per product
• Implementation timeline: 8-14 weeks
• Enforcement: SUBTEL is actively enforcing compliance

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1. What is SUBTEL Resolution 737?

Exempt Resolution N° 737, published on May 22, 2025, fundamentally modifies Exempt Resolution N° 1985 of 2017 on short-range devices (SRD).

Key dates

Date	Milestone
May 22, 2025	Official publication
May 2025 - Feb 2026	Transition period (9 months)
February 22, 2026	Mandatory effective date
Post February 2026	Active enforcement

Important: The complete implementation process takes 8-14 weeks. It's critical to start preparation immediately.

Equipment subject to regulation

• WiFi devices: Routers, access points, IoT
• Bluetooth devices: Headphones, speakers, wearables
• Zigbee devices: Home automation sensors
• RFID devices: Readers, active tags
• IoT devices: Smart sensors, telemetry
• Other SRD: Wireless microphones, radio alarms, UWB equipment

Exceptions

Only the following categories maintain traditional certification:

1. MICS Systems: Operating in 402-405 MHz band (literal g.1)
2. Medical data acquisition equipment: Operating in 430-440 MHz band (literal g.2 and g.3)
3. Other medical equipment: Per literal h

Sanctions

Article 36 of Law 18,168 establishes fines from 5 to 1,000 UTM ($350,000 to $70,000,000 CLP). Each day of non-compliance constitutes a separate violation.

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2. QR code technical specifications

Specification	Official requirement	Practical recommendation
Minimum size	1 cm × 1 cm	2 cm × 2 cm for better readability
Error correction	Level H (30%)	-
Frames	Not allowed	-
Model	Model 2 (standard QR)	-
Modules	Squares	-
Contrast	Readable by any device	High black/white contrast

Critical details

• Size: Official minimum 1 cm × 1 cm, but we recommend 2 cm × 2 cm for readability on various packaging
• Error correction: Level H (30%) is mandatory per the regulation
• No frames: Decorative frames around the QR are not permitted
• Location: Flexible per Resolution 2219 (packaging, device, or documentation)

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3. Mandatory webpage content

The QR code must link to a public Spanish-language webpage with 9 mandatory elements:

Complete checklist

1. Manufacturer information: Name, business name, address, country of origin
2. Local importer information: Business name, Chile address, contact
3. Legal representative in Chile (mandatory for foreigners)
4. Product commercial name: Exact brand and model
5. Technical specifications: Frequency bands, technologies, antenna gain, E.I.R.P. values
6. Downloadable Test Report: PDF format, from accredited laboratory
7. Signed Declaration of Conformity: Downloadable PDF
8. Additional technical documentation: Diagrams, photographs, manual
9. EMC Certification: Compliance with Resolution N° 3,103 of 2012

Confidential information: If Test Report contains sensitive information, you can publish redacted version and send complete to certificaciones@subtel.gob.cl

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4. Implementation process (8-14 weeks)

Step 1: Documentation preparation (2-4 weeks)

Gather technical specifications, block diagrams, equipment photographs, existing certifications.

Step 2: Obtaining Test Reports (3-6 weeks)

Contract accredited laboratory with at least two international accreditations (FCC, CE/ETSI, ISO/IEC 17025).

Cost: USD $1,500-3,000 per product

Step 3: Legal representative in Chile (1-2 weeks)

Mandatory for foreign manufacturers.

Step 4: Webpage creation (1-2 weeks)

Develop Spanish-language page with all 9 mandatory elements.

Cost: $500,000-2,000,000 CLP + $50-200 USD/year hosting

Step 5: Declaration of Conformity (1 week)

Draft formal DoC with reference to QR and webpage URL.

Step 6: QR code generation (1 week)

• Size: 2 cm × 2 cm
• Correction: Level Q (25%)
• Format: SVG + PNG 300 DPI

Cost: FREE

Step 7: Design and packaging integration (2-3 weeks)

Cost: $100,000-500,000 CLP

Step 8: Testing and verification (1 week)

Scan with multiple devices, verify page loads correctly.

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5. Cost summary

Concept	Estimated cost
Laboratory Test Reports	USD $1,500-3,000
Consulting/implementation	USD $1,000-5,000
Webpage development	$500,000-2,000,000 CLP
Annual hosting	USD $50-200/year
QR generation	FREE
Packaging graphic design	$100,000-500,000 CLP
TOTAL PER PRODUCT	USD $2,500-8,000

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6. Common mistakes to avoid

Mistake 1: Poorly implemented QR code

• QR too small
• Missing quiet zone
• Insufficient contrast
• Low resolution

Mistake 2: Incomplete webpage

• Missing downloadable Test Report
• No Declaration of Conformity
• Incomplete technical information
• Page only in English (must be Spanish)

Mistake 3: Non-permanent URL

Don't use shorteners (bit.ly, tinyurl). Use your own domain with clear URL.

Mistake 4: Not testing before production

Always print sample and scan with multiple devices.

Mistake 5: Unreliable hosting

Use hosting with 99.9% uptime and automatic renewal.

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Related resources

• SUBTEL Requirements for Marketplace Sellers - Guide for Falabella, MercadoLibre, Ripley, Paris and Lider sellers
• SUBTEL Resolution 737: complete guide 2026
• How to certify short-range devices
• WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee and RFID certification
• Mandatory QR codes Resolution 737
• Official Resolution 737 text
• Official SUBTEL