Kuwait updates electrical equipment testing standard from 1 January 2027

Route B registrations remain valid until expiry

Existing Route B registrations (TERs) will remain valid until their original expiry date. The underlying test reports do not need to be updated during the validity period. However, when a TER is renewed or reassessed, new test reports must comply with IEC 62368-1:2023.

Route A shipments require immediate compliance

From 1 January 2027, this change will have an immediate impact on Route A shipments. Since a test report must be submitted for every shipment under Route A, these reports will need to comply with the new IEC 62368-1:2023 standard from that date onwards.

Check your test reports now

Check in advance whether your available test reports comply with the new standard. For existing Route B registrations, review the expiry dates to ensure that any required new test reports can be prepared in good time before renewal or reassessment.

If you have questions about the impact on your shipments or existing registrations, our specialists can help you assess the situation and ensure your documentation meets the new requirements.