Legal and regulatory telecom advisory for complex connectivity markets.
We help telecom operators, technology companies, equipment suppliers, and investors navigate licensing, spectrum, compliance, market entry, and regulatory obligations across Cambodia and ASEAN.
Telecom licensing and regulatory filings
Spectrum and frequency authorization support
Type approval and equipment compliance
Market entry and legal-regulatory advisory
Regulatory intelligence and policy monitoring
“Practical advice at the intersection of telecommunications law, regulation, technology, and public policy.”
Specialized telecom regulatory guidance.
Telecommunications is one of the most regulated sectors in the digital economy. Operators, suppliers, and technology companies must comply with licensing rules, spectrum conditions, equipment standards, consumer protection obligations, cybersecurity requirements, and government procedures before launching or expanding services.
Lex Civora provides focused legal and regulatory consultation for clients operating in the telecom, wireless, satellite, internet, and digital infrastructure sectors. Our work combines legal analysis, regulatory procedure, technical understanding, and commercial awareness to help clients make informed decisions and reduce compliance risk.
Legal-Regulatory Clarity
We translate complex telecom rules into practical steps for business decisions, filings, and compliance.
Technical Understanding
We understand the technology behind wireless systems, spectrum use, equipment approval, and network infrastructure.
Market-Focused Advice
We support clients from market entry to licensing, approval, operation, and regulatory engagement.
Six practice areas across the telecom regulatory lifecycle.
Telecom Licensing & Market Entry
Operator, ISP, VSAT, foreign market entry.
Learn more →Spectrum & Frequency Authorization
Assignment, wireless deployment, cross-border.
Learn more →Type Approval & Equipment Compliance
EMC, RF, SAR, import documentation.
Learn more →Regulatory Compliance & Risk Review
Gap assessment, reporting, enforcement risk.
Learn more →Regulatory Intelligence & Policy Monitoring
Laws, consultations, benchmarks.
Learn more →Government Consultation & Policy Support
Position papers, submissions, briefings.
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Spectrum is finite. Regulation determines who uses it, how, and where.
Clients across the telecom and digital infrastructure sectors.
Mobile Network Operators
Internet Service Providers
Satellite & VSAT Providers
Telecom Equipment Importers
Wireless & IoT Device Companies
Data Center & Digital Infrastructure
Investors & Market Entrants
Law Firms Needing Telecom Support
A focused practice built for regulated technology markets.
Telecom-Specific Focus
We focus on telecommunications, wireless, digital infrastructure, and technology regulation rather than general business consulting.
Legal + Technical Perspective
We combine regulatory interpretation with an understanding of spectrum, equipment standards, network infrastructure, and telecom operations.
Clear Practical Deliverables
Licensing roadmaps, compliance checklists, regulatory memos, approval requirement maps, consultation responses, and risk reports.
Regional & International Benchmarking
We support decisions with comparisons from ASEAN, international regulators, and recognized technical standards where relevant.
Our consultation process.
A structured method that produces usable, defensible outputs at every stage.
Initial Review
We assess the client's business model, technology, service type, equipment, or regulatory issue.
Regulatory Mapping
We identify applicable laws, licenses, standards, approvals, filings, and regulator procedures.
Risk & Strategy
We explain compliance risk, available options, documentation needs, and practical next steps.
Filing & Implementation
We support document preparation, regulator engagement, compliance actions, or consultation submissions.
Telecom regulatory insights.
Cambodia telecom regulation — common questions.
Short answers to questions we hear most often from operators, importers, and market entrants.
Do I need a licence from TRC to provide telecom services in Cambodia?+
Yes. Providing public telecommunications services in Cambodia — including mobile, fixed, internet access, VSAT, and value-added services — requires a licence from the Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia (TRC) under the framework set by MPTC. Licence class, capital and ownership requirements vary by service.
Is type approval required for imported telecom or wireless equipment?+
Yes. Radio and telecom terminal equipment placed on the Cambodian market generally requires type approval from TRC. Applications must include manufacturer test reports covering RF, EMC, and, where applicable, SAR, along with the technical file, labelling, and user documentation.
How is radio spectrum assigned in Cambodia?+
Spectrum is planned by MPTC and assigned by TRC in line with the National Frequency Table and ITU Region 3 allocations. Assignments are made per band, service, geographic area, and duration, with fees and technical conditions attached.
Can a foreign company hold a Cambodian telecom licence?+
Foreign investors can participate in the Cambodian telecom sector, but eligibility, ownership caps, local presence, and capital requirements differ by licence class. A pre-application review is strongly recommended before committing to a market-entry structure.
Who administers the .kh domain, and who can register?+
The .kh namespace is administered by the national registry. Eligibility varies by second-level domain (for example .com.kh, .gov.kh, .edu.kh, .per.kh) and typically requires supporting documents proving the registrant's status or registration in Cambodia.
What are the penalties for operating without proper authorization?+
Operating a telecom service, using spectrum, or importing non-approved equipment without required authorization can lead to administrative fines, equipment seizure, service suspension, and — in serious cases — criminal liability under the Law on Telecommunications and related regulations.
Do I need a licence to provide telecom services in Cambodia?+
Most telecom, ISP, and VSAT services require authorisation from the national regulator before launch. The exact licence depends on your service type, and we help identify which applies and prepare the filing.
How long does telecom equipment type approval take in Cambodia?+
Timelines vary by device category and documentation completeness; straightforward cases are typically weeks, while cases needing additional testing take longer. We map the requirements up front to avoid delays.
What documents are needed for type approval of imported equipment?+
Generally technical specifications, test reports (such as EMC/RF/SAR where applicable), and import documentation. We prepare a requirement map specific to your device.
Do I need a spectrum licence to use wireless frequencies?+
Most non-exempt frequency use requires regulatory authorisation. We assess whether your intended use needs a spectrum assignment and support the application.
Can a foreign company enter the Cambodian telecom market?+
Yes, subject to licensing, ownership, and regulatory conditions that vary by service. We advise on the market-entry and compliance path.
What does telecom compliance consulting cost?+
Engagements are scoped by matter — fixed-fee assessments, project-based, or retainer. We provide a clear scope before starting.
Cambodia Type Approval Checklist
A concise, practitioner-prepared checklist covering product classification, required test reports (RF, EMC, SAR), technical file contents, labelling, and TRC submission steps. Delivered by email — no marketing lists, no sharing.
Discuss your telecom regulatory matter.
Whether launching a service, importing equipment, reviewing a license, or entering a new market — we can help you understand the regulatory path forward.
