WiFi in Chile
SUBTEL compliance for WiFi equipment under Resolution 737 in Chile
546 devices in catalog
There are 546 WiFi devices with Resolution 737 SUBTEL compliance information in our public catalog. Devices span 67 distinct technical categories; the most represented are TELEVISOR (186 devices, 34%), ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE (45 devices, 8%), Analizador de redes / Network tester (45 devices, 8%). The 23 brands with the strongest presence are Samsung (364 devices), Fluke (63 devices), Honor (26 devices). Of these, 130 are direct verifications and 416 are external references from public sources (authorized validators, manufacturer catalogs, retailer registries).
Regulatory category
Literal j.1 of Resolution 1985
WiFi in Chile is regulated under literal j.1 of Resolution 1985 EXENTA (spread-spectrum equipment). It is not literal a: literal a covers traditional VHF/UHF portable transceivers, while the entire 802.11 family — 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz (WiFi 6E) — falls under j.1 and the dedicated 6 GHz band section.
WiFi 4 and WiFi 5 (802.11n / 802.11ac)
WiFi 4 (802.11n) operates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with theoretical speeds up to 600 Mbps. WiFi 5 (802.11ac) operates exclusively on 5 GHz with speeds up to 3.5 Gbps. Both standards fall under literal j.1 of Resolution 1985 with a 1 W (30 dBm) EIRP limit. These are the most common standards in equipment currently on the Chilean market — the vast majority of routers, laptops, and smartphones sold today support at least WiFi 5.
WiFi 6 and WiFi 6E (802.11ax)
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) operates on the same 2.4 and 5 GHz bands with improvements in efficiency and multi-device capacity (OFDMA, enhanced MU-MIMO). WiFi 6E extends 802.11ax to the 6 GHz band (5925-7125 MHz) with additional restrictions in Chile: indoor-only use, integrated non-removable antennas, and no external antenna connectors. WiFi 6E routers with SMA/RP-SMA connectors on the 6 GHz band do NOT comply with the updated literal j.1 and must declare only the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands on their compliance page.
WiFi 7 (802.11be) — next generation
WiFi 7 (802.11be) introduces Multi-Link Operation (MLO) and 320 MHz channels on 6 GHz, reaching theoretical speeds above 40 Gbps. In Chile, WiFi 7 is regulated under the same literal j.1 of Resolution 1985 and the same band restrictions as WiFi 6E: the 6 GHz band is indoor-only with integrated antennas. The first WiFi 7 routers and laptops are already reaching the Chilean market and require Resolution 737 compliance like any WiFi equipment.
Frequency bands authorized in Chile
| Band | Range | Maximum power | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 GHz ISM | 2.4 – 2.484 GHz | 1 W (30 dBm) | WiFi 802.11b/g/n/ax (WiFi 4 and WiFi 6), coexists with Bluetooth and Zigbee |
| UNII-1 (5 GHz baja) | 5.15 – 5.25 GHz | 1 W (30 dBm) | WiFi 802.11a/n/ac/ax — home and enterprise routers |
| UNII-2A | 5.25 – 5.35 GHz | 1 W (30 dBm) | 5 GHz WiFi with Dynamic Frequency Selection |
| UNII-2C | 5.47 – 5.725 GHz | 1 W (30 dBm) | 5 GHz WiFi for hotspots and mesh networks |
| UNII-3 | 5.725 – 5.85 GHz | 1 W (30 dBm) | 5 GHz WiFi without DFS — short point-to-point links |
| 6 GHz (WiFi 6E) — LPI indoor | 5.925 – 7.125 GHz | 1 W (30 dBm) | Next-generation WiFi 6E access points |
- 2.4 GHz ISM: Requires spread spectrum or equivalent digital modulation with at least 10 MHz bandwidth for frequency sharing.
- UNII-1 (5 GHz baja): Indoor-only use. Maximum density 17 dBm/MHz.
- UNII-2A: May require DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) to avoid radar interference.
- UNII-2C: May require DFS depending on channel. Ideal for short-range rural ISPs.
Regime under Resolution 737
Track 2 — Compliance QR + self-declaration
Since February 22, 2026, WiFi devices no longer require prior formal certification before SUBTEL. They do require a public compliance page accessible via a QR code on the packaging, declaring bands, power, RF modules, importer with legal address in Chile, and a reference to the test report.
Brands with WiFi devices
Most frequent equipment types
ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE (45)
Analizador de redes / Network tester (45)
Smart Phone (22)
REFRIGERADOR (11)
Network tester with WLAN (9)
Edge cases and common compliance mistakes
- WiFi 6E (6 GHz) in Chile is only authorized for indoor use with integrated antennas. Routers with removable external antennas or SMA/RP-SMA connectors on the 6 GHz band do not meet the updated literal j.1 and must declare only 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz on their compliance page.
- The UNII-1 band (5150-5250 MHz) is also indoor-only. Outdoor equipment operating in that band is non-compliant, even though other 5 GHz sub-ranges do allow outdoor use.
- Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) on UNII-2A and UNII-2C is the manufacturer's responsibility: if the device cannot detect weather and airport radars, it cannot declare those bands as supported.
Devices in our database with this technology
Devices with this technology (showing 50 of 546): i3TOUCH V-ONE 86", i3TOUCH V-ONE 75", Generico Proyector HY 300, BYD MTED01, PCI LHP Telematics Telematics Platform 2, i3TOUCH i3CONNECT ELM 2 — 65", i3TOUCH i3CONNECT ELM 2 — 75", i3TOUCH i3CONNECT ELM 2 — 86", Linksys Velop Micro LN11011202, ViewSonic VB-WiFi-004, Polaris W 650, POCO C85, Ruark Radio Smart R1S, Samsung REFRIGERADOR TOP MOUNT FREEZER 384 L CON SPACE MAX, Samsung 85" NEO QLED QN70H 4K VISION AI SMART TV (2026), Samsung 55" NEO QLED QN75H 4K VISION AI SMART TV (2026), Samsung 85" NEO QLED QN75H 4K VISION AI SMART TV (2026), Samsung WIRELESS ONE CONNECT BOX, Samsung WIRELESS ONE CONNECT RECEIVER (DONGLE), Samsung FULL HD SMALL DISPLAY, Samsung FREE JOINT MULTI INDOOR UNIT 360 CASSETTE 7.1 KW, Samsung FREE JOINT MULTI INDOOR UNIT 2.6 KW LSP DUCT (R32), Samsung 146" IAB 4K P0.8 PANTALLA TODO EN UNO MICRO LED, Betterlife Estufa Pellet 9,5 kW Wi-Fi SmartHome 160 m², Samsung 13" QBR PANTALLA FHD 350 NITS 16/7, Samsung 24" QBC PANTALLA PROFESIONAL UHD 250 NITS 16/7, Samsung 24" QBC-T PANTALLA TOUCH FHD 250NITS 16/7, Samsung 37" SHC PANTALLA FHD 32:9 700 NITS 16/7, Samsung 43" QBC PANTALLA PROFESIONAL UHD 350 NITS 16/7, Samsung 43" CRYSTAL UHD SIGNAGE QMC LH43QMCEBGCXGO, Samsung 50" QBC PANTALLA PROFESIONAL UHD 350 NITS 16/7, Amazon Echo Dot 5, Samsung 50" CRYSTAL UHD SIGNAGE QMC LH43QMCEBGCXGO, Samsung 55" QBC PANTALLA PROFESIONAL UHD 350 NITS 16/7, Samsung 55" CRYSTAL UHD SIGNAGE QMC LH43QMCEBGCXGO, Samsung 65" QBC PANTALLA PROFESIONAL UHD 350 NITS 16/7, Samsung 65" CRYSTAL UHD SIGNAGE QMC LH43QMCEBGCXGO, Samsung 75" QBC PANTALLA PROFESIONAL UHD 350 NITS 16/7, Samsung 75" CRYSTAL UHD SIGNAGE QMC LH43QMCEBGCXGO, Samsung 75" WMB FLIPPRO PIZARRA INTERACTIV TIZEN, Samsung 85" CRYSTAL UHD SIGNAGE QMC LH43QMCEBGCXGO, Samsung 85" WMB FLIPPRO PIZARRA INTERACTIV TIZEN, Samsung 98" QEC PANTALLA PROF 450NITS 16/7 W/BAS, Samsung 27" ODYSSEY G6 G65B QHD 240HZ MONITOR GAMER CURVO, Samsung 27" ODYSSEY G7 G70D UHD 144HZ MONITOR GAMER PLANO, Samsung 27" M5 M50D FHD 60HZ MONITOR SMART PLANO, Samsung 32" ODYSSEY G6 G65B QHD 240HZ MONITOR GAMER CURVO, Samsung 32” ODYSSEY OLED G8 G80SD UHD 240HZ MONITOR GAMER PLANO, Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G, Linksys Velop Micro LN1101.
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Frequently asked questions about WiFi
- Does a WiFi router need SUBTEL certification in Chile?
- Since February 22, 2026, WiFi routers sold in Chile no longer require formal prior SUBTEL certification, but they must have a public compliance page accessible via a QR code on the packaging. The page must declare bands, power, RF modules, and importer information with a legal address in Chile. This applies to all WiFi bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz (UNII-1/2/3), and 6 GHz (WiFi 6E, indoor only).
- What is the difference between WiFi 5 and WiFi 6 under Resolution 737?
- From a SUBTEL regulatory standpoint there is no difference: both 802.11ac (WiFi 5) and 802.11ax (WiFi 6) fall under literal j.1 of Resolution 1985 and are subject to the same per-band power limits (1 W in 2.4 and 5 GHz). The difference lies with WiFi 6E, which enables the 6 GHz band with extra restrictions: indoor-only use, integrated antennas, and no removable connectors.
- Can I import a WiFi router with removable external antennas into Chile?
- Yes on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands (UNII-2C and UNII-3), provided total power including antenna gain does not exceed 1 W EIRP. On the 6 GHz band (WiFi 6E), no: literal j.1 requires integrated non-removable antennas and no external antenna connectors. WiFi 6E routers with SMA/RP-SMA connectors on the 6 GHz band are non-compliant.
- Which WiFi band is restricted to indoor use in Chile?
- Two bands are indoor-only in Chile: UNII-1 (5150-5250 MHz) and the entire 6 GHz band (5925-7125 MHz) used by WiFi 6E under the Low Power Indoor (LPI) regime. The other 5 GHz sub-bands (UNII-2A, UNII-2C, UNII-3) and the 2.4 GHz band do allow outdoor use within the power limits.
- What is the maximum WiFi power allowed in Chile?
- 1 W (30 dBm EIRP) on all enabled WiFi bands (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz), provided the equipment uses spread spectrum or another digital modulation technique that allows spectrum sharing with a minimum 10 MHz bandwidth. On the 6 GHz band the additional spectral density is 5 dBm/MHz for access points and -1 dBm/MHz for client devices.
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