The application must be accompanied by proof of need from a federal authority for approval of the product; otherwise processing is not possible.

For example, tender documents of a federal authority can be used as proof of need. If the BSI is commissioned by a federal authority, processing is free of charge; otherwise costs are incurred in accordance with the BSI cost regulation.

Details of the test basis are partly classified. They will be disclosed to the manufacturer if required, if the manufacturer proves a legitimate interest to the Federal Office and fulfils the necessary security requirements; this must be confirmed by a security decision of the Federal Minister of Economics and Labour.

The test is carried out on a series device, which must be provided together with suitable peripherals and put into operation at the BSI.

 

For approval according to SDIP 27 Level A, the manufacturer must provide a technical report as well as additional hardware such as adaptations and test software as agreed.

An overview of this report (so-called "Tempest Company Report - TFB") can be requested from the BSI if required.

Applications for approval must be sent to: see under contact.