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How to Replace a Lost FCC License

Amateur radio operators, also known as hams, are required to have a license that is issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) before they are allowed to transmit over the air. In order to obtain an amateur radio license, the prospective ham must pass a test. If the prospective ham successfully passes the test he is issued a license. The license is a legal document that must be posted at the location at which she is transmitting, or else be in the ham's possession. Consequently, if the license is lost or destroyed, the license must be replaced.

Instructions

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  Obtain an FCC Registration Number (FRN) and password if you don't already have one. You can apply for one online on the FCC website on the FCC Registration Page.
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  Log in to the FCC Universal Licensing System (ULS) using your FRN and password.
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  Select "Request Duplicate" in the menu on the right-hand side of the page.
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  Fill in any information that is missing, and correct any information that is incorrect on the form that is displayed. Answer any questions that are asked and then click "Continue."
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  Certify your application by filling your first and last names into the boxes at the end of the page and then click on the "Submit Application" button.

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