On May 15, 2026, Costa Rica's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (SUTEL) launched two public consultations in the official gazette on the use of Automatic Frequency Coordination (AFC) for 6 GHz Wi-Fi, aiming to establish a regulatory framework for standard power communication using AFC systems in the 5925 MHz to 7125 MHz band (6 GHz band).

This consultation covers the following topics:

• GCO-DGC-APA-00832-2026: "Automatic Frequency Coordination (AFC) Database Expert Administrator Certification Procedure."
• GCO-DGC-HPE-00833-2026: "Standard Power Equipment Type Approval Application Procedure for Automatic Frequency Coordination System Operating Frequency Range from 5925 MHz to 7125 MHz (6 GHz band)".

Click this link to view the original public consultation text. Comments are accepted until May 29, 2026.