A General Mobile Radio License (GMRS) is required to use GMRS frequencies under 47 CFR Part 95 Subpart E. You must be 18 years old to hold a GMRS license and the license is valid for 10 years. The current fee is $35 for 10 years.
FCC Registration Number (FRN)
The FCC requires all license holders to obtain a FRN. If you already have a license, such as an Amateur Radio license, then you use the same FRN.
If you do not have a FRN go to the FCC’s Registration System (CORES) and Click Register.
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Once you have your FRN you log in at the FCC License Manager
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Once you log in you will see any licenses you currently have. To apply for a new license click “new license” in the upper left.
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In the drop down box scroll to the bottom for ZA – General Mobile Radio Service. Then click “CONTINUE” on the right side.
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Answer the questions – they should all be “NO.” Then click “CONTINUE.”
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Complete the information screen.
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There will then be two additional screens to verify your information and a payment screen.