# FCC Ban on Non-US made Routers **URL:** \ **Category:** Router\ **Created:** [March 24, 2026, 1:40am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772 "2026-03-24T01:40:33Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![rcrice](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/r/d78d45/32.png) [@rcrice](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/rcrice)\ **Post date:** [March 24, 2026, 1:40am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/1 "2026-03-24T01:40:33Z")
The US Federal Communications Commission just announced a ban on the importation and sale of routers made outside of the US, except for those which have already received FCC approval. Presumably this means that GL.inet can continue to sell and deliver all models which have received FCC approval before today. [https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-updates-covered-list-include-foreign-made-consumer-routers](https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-updates-covered-list-include-foreign-made-consumer-routers) Approval of new devices will require approval from DHS or the Department of Defense, which will require submission of a specific plan for moving manufacturing and component sourcing within the US. [https://www.fcc.gov/sites/default/files/Guidance-for-Conditional-Approvals-Submissions0326.pdf](https://www.fcc.gov/sites/default/files/Guidance-for-Conditional-Approvals-Submissions0326.pdf) ---
**Author:** ![cemhamami](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/user_avatar/forum.gl-inet.com/cemhamami/32/13908_2.png) [@cemhamami](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/cemhamami)\ **Post date:** [March 24, 2026, 8:31pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/2 "2026-03-24T20:31:07Z")
This is very unfortunate news. I'm curious if this would affect the Mudi 7 pre-orders? ---
**Author:** ![rcrice](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/r/d78d45/32.png) [@rcrice](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/rcrice)\ **Post date:** [March 24, 2026, 8:44pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/3 "2026-03-24T20:44:05Z")
Probably not, as the ban does not apply to devices which have already received FCC approval. My guess is that Mudi 7 already received its FCC approval, or it would not have been offered for sale already. But, that is just a guess. ---
**Author:** ![JakiChan](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/user_avatar/forum.gl-inet.com/jakichan/32/25543_2.png) [@JakiChan](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/JakiChan)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 1:12am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/4 "2026-03-25T01:12:36Z")
It’s not in the database as of yet. I sent an email asking this very question and the response was “what announcement?” I haven’t gotten a response yet after clarifying. I really hope the Mudi 7 is not impacted but I strongly suspect the Slate 7 Pro will be. I’m hoping there will be legal challenges to this, as it is so blatantly BS. ---
**Author:** ![Xyeth](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/x/57b2e6/32.png) [@Xyeth](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/Xyeth)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 1:12am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/5 "2026-03-25T01:12:45Z")
I recently bought a Flint 2 and while this model isn’t on the list, what are the risks of it being compromised? A statement from GL-iNet concerning their products would be good, assuming one doesn’t already exist. ---
**Author:** ![gljoe](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/g/54ee81/32.png) [@gljoe](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/gljoe)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 1:13am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/6 "2026-03-25T01:13:55Z")
Does anyone know if the new MUDI has gotten FCC approval? I desperately want one, and can’t afford it right now, but if they are about to get banned (and I’m in the US) then I should find a way to get one any way I can (like selling plasma or joining OnlyFans etc). ---
**Author:** ![will.qiu](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/w/b38774/32.png) [@will.qiu](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/will.qiu)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 1:32am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/7 "2026-03-25T01:32:33Z")
Hi, Thank you for sharing the information. We are already aware of this and are currently discussing it internally. We’ll keep you updated if there are any developments. ---
**Author:** ![will.qiu](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/w/b38774/32.png) [@will.qiu](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/will.qiu)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 2:26am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/9 "2026-03-25T02:26:53Z")
> [@gljoe](#): > > Does anyone know if the new MUDI has gotten FCC approval? Mudi 7 has gotten FCC approval. FCC ID: 2AFIW-E5800 ---
**Author:** ![JakiChan](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/user_avatar/forum.gl-inet.com/jakichan/32/25543_2.png) [@JakiChan](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/JakiChan)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 6:01am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/10 "2026-03-25T06:01:39Z")
It’s not showing up - I assume due to short term confidentiality ---
**Author:** ![Andy2020](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/58956e/32.png) [@Andy2020](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/Andy2020)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 5:26pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/11 "2026-03-25T17:26:39Z")
[https://www.fccinsights.com/gl-technologies-hong-kong-limited/2AFIW-E5800](https://www.fccinsights.com/gl-technologies-hong-kong-limited/2AFIW-E5800) ---
**Author:** ![cemhamami](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/user_avatar/forum.gl-inet.com/cemhamami/32/13908_2.png) [@cemhamami](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/cemhamami)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 6:33pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/12 "2026-03-25T18:33:47Z")
![17744635759148709657312926941949](https://forum-static.gl-inet.com/original/3X/f/a/facfbf2ad7dae492e5636a7b481f82c8defc0ad7.gif) Whoa approved just a month before the ban ---
**Author:** ![xNightHawkx](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/x/a88e4f/32.png) [@xNightHawkx](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/xNightHawkx)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/13 "2026-03-25T18:52:33Z")
Hey everyone, I got an idea to bypass the ban. Lets just start calling firewalls and routers something new. Like waterfloors and pointers. 🤣 ---
**Author:** ![pokeefe0001](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/p/d07c76/32.png) [@pokeefe0001](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/pokeefe0001)\ **Post date:** [March 25, 2026, 8:05pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/14 "2026-03-25T20:05:30Z")
I have not been able to find a list of device models the FCC previously authorized, but it sounds like such a list exists. Has anyone on this forum found the list? ---
**Author:** ![will.qiu](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/w/b38774/32.png) [@will.qiu](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/will.qiu)\ **Post date:** [March 26, 2026, 3:39am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/15 "2026-03-26T03:39:20Z")
You can find the list on the website previously shared by Andy2000. [https://www.fccinsights.com/gl-technologies-hong-kong-limited](https://www.fccinsights.com/gl-technologies-hong-kong-limited) ---
**Author:** ![pokeefe0001](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/p/d07c76/32.png) [@pokeefe0001](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/pokeefe0001)\ **Post date:** [March 26, 2026, 4:00am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/16 "2026-03-26T04:00:29Z")
I agree that that lists the GL-iNet devices, but I meant _all_ approved routers. ---
**Author:** ![motox22a](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/m/58f4c7/32.png) [@motox22a](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/motox22a)\ **Post date:** [March 26, 2026, 6:19pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/17 "2026-03-26T18:19:32Z")
Something to consider… From Forbes… Additionally, TP-Link shared that the brand has been “committed to making further investments in America and has already been planning to establish U.S.-based manufacturing to complement our existing company-owned facilities in Vietnam.” ---
**Author:** ![Andy2020](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/58956e/32.png) [@Andy2020](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/Andy2020)\ **Post date:** [March 26, 2026, 6:42pm UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/18 "2026-03-26T18:42:56Z")
Found one more interesting thing: The FCC Public Notice DA 26-286 (issued March 23, 2026) states the following conditions: All previously FCC-authorized routers may continue to receive software and firmware updates — including security patches and updates to maintain functionality and OS compatibility — at least until March 1, 2027 under a temporary waiver. After March 1, 2027, the waiver ends. At that point, foreign-produced routers become “Covered Routers” and are prohibited from receiving Class I permissive changes (such as security/firmware updates) unless they have been granted Conditional Approval by the Department of War (DoW) or DHS. This related to future updates, gl-inet need care about this also. ---
**Author:** ![will.qiu](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/w/b38774/32.png) [@will.qiu](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/will.qiu)\ **Post date:** [March 27, 2026, 2:10am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/19 "2026-03-27T02:10:32Z")
For the FCC restriction, please refer to our statement below: > **[GL.iNet Statement on Recent FCC Regulatory Developments](https://www.gl-inet.com/blog/glinet-statement-on-recent-fcc-regulatory-developments/)** > > All GL.iNet products currently being sold in the U.S. are not affected by recent FCC regulation on routers, including the Mudi 7. ---
**Author:** ![will.qiu](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/w/b38774/32.png) [@will.qiu](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/will.qiu)\ **Post date:** [March 27, 2026, 2:11am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/20 "2026-03-27T02:11:58Z")
Yes, we have a similar plan—please refer to: > Future Plans: A U.S.-Based Manufacturing Facility > The ultimate goal of an actual factory presence could begin as early as late 2025. > > “We are in advanced discovery processes to bringing a physical factory presence to the USA which will be a dream come true for us,” Zhao stated. “Our current factory presence includes options outside of mainland China and we are expanding them rapidly, while fine-tuning our processes and automation to be most efficient for our eventual American facility – and bring jobs with us.” > **[GL.iNet & CSG Launch KATALYST for SMB Connectivity in 2025](https://www.gl-inet.com/blog/glinet-csg-launch-katalyst-for-smb-connectivity-in-2025/)** > > GL.iNet and CSG introduce KATALYST, offering 5G & LTE wireless solutions for SMBs with a focus on ease-of-use, innovation, and exceptional customer support. ---
**Author:** ![alzhao](https://forum-assets.gl-inet.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@alzhao](https://forum.gl-inet.com/u/alzhao)\ **Post date:** [March 27, 2026, 7:12am UTC](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772/21 "2026-03-27T07:12:16Z")
> [@Andy2020](#): > > All previously FCC-authorized routers may continue to receive software and firmware updates — including security patches and updates to maintain functionality and OS compatibility — at least until March 1, 2027 under a temporary waiver. > After March 1, 2027, the waiver ends. At that point, foreign-produced routers become “Covered Routers” and are prohibited from receiving Class I permissive changes (such as security/firmware updates) unless they have been granted Conditional Approval by the Department of War (DoW) or DHS. Interesting. What is the logic of exposing users to vulnerabilities by preventing software update? Isn't the whole thing is to enhance consumer network security? [Next page](https://forum.gl-inet.com/t/fcc-ban-on-non-us-made-routers/67772.md?page=2)