United States FCC ULS system information

This information is for anyone who has never registered with the Universal Licensing System (ULS), does have a Federal Registration Number (FRN) but no ULS password or wants to download your Official Copy of your license and make changes to your account.

If you do not have an amateur radio license and plan on taking the amateur Technician Class test, it is recommended that you pre-register with the ULS and obtain an FRN. If you do not have this number, when you apply for the Technician test, you will have to use your SSN (Social Security Number) on the required forms. Download the “New Users Guide…” for more information. If you have an FCC issued license, with an FRN, for a different radio service, DO NOT apply for another one. You will use that number on any future exams.  NOTE: if you already took the Technician test and are waiting for the results, DO NOT apply for an FRN! The FCC will issue you one.

If you have an FRN but have not obtained a password, which is needed to access your ULS account, download   “How to get a ULS Password”. Having a password will allow you to print your Official Copy of your license, change address, etc. and renew your license at no charge (as of now).

After you have an FRN and password and want to print your Official Copy of your license, download “FCC “Paperless” Amateur Radio…” for instructions. Remember the FCC no longer automatically mails your license to you. Once you have access to your account, you can opt to have a copy mailed to you.

This information is current as of March 2018 but could change at any time.

Reference Information:

FCC “Paperless” Amateur Radio License Policy Now in Effect
by FCC February 2015

How to get a ULS Password
by FCC

New Users Guide to Getting Started With Universal Licensing System (ULS)
by FCC

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