Use our licensing portal to apply for a new licence or manage an existing licence. Products included are aircraft, amateur, business radio light, EHF, shared access and ship radio.
General Notice
On 11 December 2023 we published a General Notification on our website. This gives notice that we are proposing to vary the terms and conditions of the amateur radio licences; to align them with the changes we have made as part of our review of the amateur radio licensing framework. The aim of these changes is to ensure that amateur radio can continue to thrive and remain a vibrant and valuable part of the broader communication landscape for years to come.
Read more information on the General notice and the variation process.
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Existing customers
If you previously registered on the old portal using your email address as the username please register again using the same email.
If you can't remember or have changed your email, please contact us so we can update your details to allow you to register.
If you previously logged in using an Ofcom-generated username, please contact us with the following information:
- a valid email address
- an existing licence number
- a call sign and your postcode
Use our online portal to apply for a new aeronautical licence. You can also use the portal to:
- manage your personal information
- manage all aeronautical licences
- register on behalf of an organisation
Applying on behalf of an organisation
To apply on behalf of an organisation, you will need to register online as a new user.
When applying for an aeronautical licence, please indicate that the licence is for an organisation.
If the organisation you are applying for already has an aeronautical licence, please contact the Spectrum Licensing team to provide them with a valid email address. This will allow you to register again, and access the licences you are a contact for under this account.
Use our online portal to apply for a new aircraft licence. You can also use the portal to:
- manage your personal information
- manage all aircraft licences
- register on behalf of an organisation
Applying on behalf of an organisation
To apply on behalf of an organisation, you will need to register online as a new user.
When applying for an aircraft licence, please indicate that the licence is for an organisation.
If the organisation you are applying for already has an aircraft licence, please contact the Spectrum Licensing team to provide them with a valid email address. This will allow you to register again, and access the licences you are a contact for under this account.
On our online system you can apply for and manage:
- your personal information
- al Amateur Radio licences, including club licences
- Special Event Station Notice of Variations
HAREC
UK Radio Amateurs who would like to apply for an Amateur Radio licence in another country that participates in CEPT Recommendation T/R 61-02 must have a UK HAREC.
A UK HAREC is now issued alongside every UK Full examination pass certificate that is issued. CEPT is separate from the EU. These arrangements will therefore continue until further notice, beyond 31 December 2020.
Notices of Variation
You can now apply for and issue a Special Event Station NoV via the Online Licensing System.
Applying for Special Event Station Notice of Variations Online User Guide. (PDF, 504.1 KB)
To apply for the following NoVs you will need to complete an application form and send it to Spectrum Licensing via post or email.
- Special, Special Event Station NoV
- Permanent Special Event Station NoV
OfW287 Application for a Notice of Variation (NoV) for a Special Event Call sign PDF, 35.9 KB
- Special Research Permit
OfW306 Application for an Amateur Radio Special Research Permit PDF, 28.9 KB
Special Event Stations in 2016 PDF, 26.7 KB
Arrangements for Special Event Stations to mark the centenary of the Cub Scouts and events in the Great War
Variation for a Special Contest Call sign
The RSGB processes applications for Special Contest Call signs for Ofcom, though decisions on whether or not to grant a variation remain Ofcom’s.
Postal applications
Please note that postal applications incur a £20 handling charge for applicants under 75.
Use our online portal to apply for a new business licence. You can also use the portal to:
- manage your personal information
- manage all business licences
- register on behalf of an organisation
Applying on behalf of an organisation
To apply on behalf of an organisation, you will need to register online as a new user.
When applying for a business licence, please indicate that the licence is for an organisation.
If the organisation you are applying for already has a business licence, please contact the Spectrum Licensing team to provide them with a valid email address. This will allow you to register again, and access the licences you are a contact for under this account.
Use our online portal to apply for a new EHF licence. You can also use the portal to:
- manage your personal information
- manage all EHF licences
- register on behalf of an organisation
Applying on behalf of an organisation
To apply on behalf of an organisation, you will need to register online as a new user.
When applying for an EHF licence, please indicate that the licence is for an organisation.
If the organisation you are applying for already has an EHF licence, please contact the Spectrum Licensing team to provide them with a valid email address. This will allow you to register again, and access the licences you are a contact for under this account.
Use our online portal to apply for a new shared access licence. You can also use the portal to:
- manage your personal information
- manage all shared access licences
- register on behalf of an organisation
Applying on behalf of an organisation
To apply on behalf of an organisation, you will need to register online as a new user.
When applying for an shared access licence, please indicate that the licence is for an organisation.
If the organisation you are applying for already has an shared access licence, please contact the Spectrum Licensing team to provide them with a valid email address. This will allow you to register again, and access the licences you are a contact for under this account.
- your personal information
- all ship radio/ship portable radio licences
- online registrations on behalf of organisations
Applying online on behalf of an organisation
- You will need to register online as a new user
- When applying for a ship/ship portable radio licence please select the licence is for an organisation
- If the organisation you are applying for already has a ship radio licence please contact spectrum licensing to obtain your customer reference number as this will be required with the online application process
- If you already have an existing account on behalf of an organisation, you will need to contact Spectrum Licensing to provide them with a valid email address. This will enable you to re-register and access the licences you are a contact for under this account.
ATIS
If you require an ATIS number, this can now be added to your ships radio licence. All you need to do is amend your licence and add one or more pieces of ATIS equipment.
Downloadable forms and resources for ships radio
Ships radio: guidance notes for licensees (PDF, 532.7 KB)
Group MMSI request form (PDF, 56 kB)
OfW347: Ships Radio Application Form (PDF, 1.8 MB)
OfW347a: Ships Radio Amendment and Surrender Form (PDF, 654.0 KB)
With our licensing portal, users can easily apply for, maintain, or surrender their licences with just a few clicks. The platform is designed to streamline the licensing process, making it more efficient and user-friendly.
Key Benefits:
- Convenience: Apply for, renew, or surrender licences anytime, anywhere.
- Efficiency: Faster processing times and reduced paperwork.
- User-friendly interface: Intuitive design for a seamless experience.
- Real-time updates: Stay informed with instant notifications and updates.
- Secure transactions: Enhanced security measures to protect your data.
As with any upgrade we can’t rule out the possibility of some minor defects which may impact our call volume. We will do our best to respond to calls and emails as quickly as possible but this may take longer than normal. We would like to apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience at this time.
Our new portal is now live, and we would appreciate your feedback. Please tell us about your experience by completing a short survey. Personal information should not be included in your response, and please be advised that we cannot reply to these individually.
For any queries or if you are experiencing difficulties using the portal, please email Spectrum Licensing using our webform.