About Anatel

Anatel is a Brazilian telecommunications regulatory agency established in 1973, under the Ministry of Communications. It regulates and supervises the sector, ensuring that telecommunication services are provided in accordance with the law and promoting competition, universal access, and quality of service. The organization oversees various product categories such as fixed and mobile telephone services, radio broadcasting, data transmission, and satellite communication. Anatel plays a crucial role in allocating and managing the electromagnetic spectrum used by telecommunication services, licensing operators, and enforcing technical standards for equipment used within Brazil's borders.