Electrical & Electronics — Venezuela

For export or placement of electrical and electronic products in the Venezuelan market, mandatory COVENIN conformity certification is required. The certification is regulated and issued by SENCAMER, the official Venezuelan certification authority. It is an essential prerequisite for product customs clearance, entry into the country and legal marketing, covering all categories of electrical and electronic products including household appliances, IT equipment, lighting products, photovoltaic modules, electric vehicle accessories and more.

The core regulation is the Industrial Product Quality Law revised in 2019. The certification system is managed by FONDONORMA, the Venezuelan Standards Committee, and implements the COVENIN series of national standards. The electronic certification system SICOVENIN has been implemented since 2023. Venezuela Customs has fully implemented the SIDUNEA electronic declaration system since 2020, which requires pre-declaration to be completed 72 hours before cargo arrival. Venezuelan regulations are updated frequently, it is recommended to confirm the latest requirements in real time through official channels.

Basic Requirements: COVENIN series standards are adopted, most of which are equivalent to or reference IEC international electrotechnical standards. The voltage specification is 120V/60Hz, and tropical climate adaptability testing is a mandatory inspection item. Mandatory Testing: All electrical and electronic products must pass electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing. Additional energy efficiency testing is required for categories such as photovoltaic modules and household appliances. Marking & Documentation: The product body must be marked with the Spanish certification information "Certificado COVENIN" and the corresponding standard number. Technical documents and operating instructions must be in Spanish. The certificate of origin and the power of attorney of the local agent must undergo consular authentication.