Getting Licensed

Getting a GMRS license is straightforward. No test, no classes, no study guides. You apply online through the FCC's Universal Licensing System and typically have your callsign within a few days.

How to apply

1. Create an FCC Registration Number (FRN) at apps.fcc.gov/cores
2. Log in to the FCC ULS and file a new application for GMRS
3. Pay the $35 fee online
4. Receive your callsign (usually within 1-3 business days)

What the license covers

Your GMRS license covers you and your immediate family members: spouse, children, parents, and siblings. They can all operate under your callsign without needing their own license. The license is valid for 10 years and can be renewed.

You can look up any GMRS callsign using our license search tool, or search the official FCC License Search for full license details.