In order to legally operate your two-way radio equipment at these power levels, you need an FCC issued license.
The FCC has authorized a few companies in the U.S. to coordinate this effort. We have used Forest Industries Technologies in the past and have been very pleased. You can contact them via their website, or contact Dave Smith directly at (541) 485-8441. They will be glad to assist you.
You may also register and apply for your own license by doing the following steps.STEP 1: FCC REGISTRATION NUMBER (FRN)
I DO NOT HAVE AN FRN
- Go to the FCC website: https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do
- Click "Register"
- Answer two "Yes/No" questions
- Fill out the FRN Registration Form
I ALREADY HAVE AN FRN
- Go to the FCC website: https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do
- Click "Update"
- Log in with your FRN and password
- Confirm that all your information is current and correct
I ALREADY HAVE AN FRN, BUT FORGOT IT
- Go to the FCC website: https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do
- Click "Search"
- Select your preferred search criteria (FRN, business name, last name, or EIN)
- Fill in the criteria and press "search"
- Once you have your FRN, follow the directions above!
STEP 2: GMRS LICENSE
- Go to the FCC website: https://wireless2.fcc.gov/UlsEntry/licManager/login.jsp
- Log in with your FRN and password
- Click "Apply for a New License" in the left-hand column
- Select "ZA - General Mobile Radio (GMRS)" from the drop-down list
- Answer three "Yes/No" questions
- Fill out your Licensee name and address
- Answer one "Yes/No" question
- Confirm your information and press "Continue to Certify"
- Sign your certification and press "Submit Application"
- Continue for payment options
Helpful Links:
General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) | Federal Communications Commission
FCC Registration - Login
License Manager - Login