Paraguay 5G Spectrum Allocation: 3.7–3.8 GHz Band Designated for IMT

On 17 December 2025, the Comisión Nacional de Telecomunicaciones (CONATEL) of Paraguay adopted Resolution Directorio No. 3339/2025, amending the National Frequency Allocation Plan (PNAF) to expand spectrum availability for 5G technologies.

The Resolution designates the 3700–3800 MHz (3.7–3.8 GHz) band for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT), formally enabling 5G NR deployment. This regulatory action aligns Paraguay’s spectrum framework with the standards of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and global 5G harmonization trends.

Paraguay 5G Spectrum Allocation and Legal Engineering Implications

The Paraguay 5G spectrum allocation of the 3.7–3.8 GHz band represents a key regulatory shift for manufacturers, infrastructure vendors, and compliance teams.

Mid-band spectrum is globally recognized as a primary layer for 5G capacity and coverage. By formally assigning this band to IMT systems, Paraguay strengthens regulatory certainty for:

• 5G base stations and small cells

• Customer premises equipment (CPE)

• 5G-enabled user devices

• RF modules and network components

  
  

From a legal engineering perspective, this update impacts product compliance, type approval pathways, and market access requirements.

Product Compliance and Type Approval Considerations

Manufacturers targeting the Paraguayan market must assess:

• Support for the 3700–3800 MHz frequency band

• Compliance with national emission and power limits

• Updated technical documentation reflecting the revised PNAF

• Certification and conformity assessment requirements

  
  

Spectrum allocation decisions directly affect whether wireless equipment can be lawfully imported, certified, and commercialized. Early regulatory verification reduces approval delays and mitigates enforcement risks.

Alignment with ITU Standards and Global 5G Trends

By designating the 3.7–3.8 GHz band for IMT, Paraguay aligns its spectrum management with ITU frameworks and international C-band harmonization policies.

This alignment supports:

• Ecosystem compatibility

• International equipment interoperability

• Scalable manufacturing strategies

• Regional 5G deployment consistency

  
  

However, national implementation conditions remain decisive for compliance strategy and licensing models.

Conclusion

Resolution No. 3339/2025 marks a strategic milestone in Paraguay’s telecom regulatory development. The formal expansion of mid-band spectrum for IMT systems enables 5G NR deployment while reinforcing alignment with global standards.

For RF product manufacturers and telecom operators, regulatory monitoring and proactive legal engineering remain essential to ensure full compliance and secure market access.