Abstract: A method and apparatus for making an antenna for a radio-frequency identification device uses a forming device that rotates around an axis and includes shaping elements movable in a direction parallel to the rotation axis. A guiding device including a guiding element is movable in a direction substantially perpendicular to the rotation axis relative to the shaping elements of the forming device go guide a flexible wire or braided wires around the shaping elements to shape the wire in the form of an antenna. At least one gripper on the forming device immobilizes a free end of the wire. The antenna is laid on and connected with the upper surface of a substrate.