You will need this licence if you intend to operate a transmitter or receiver. There are several types of transmitter and receiver licences. A licence to operate a transmitter will let you use certain equipment at a specific location or within a geographic area. You can licence a receiver to prevent interference by having an assigned frequency.
A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.
Please consult the Contact Officer for more information regarding eligibility requirements.
Up to 20 years
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Radiocommunications Act 1992 Australian Government
Please be aware that if you intend to apply for a licence in multiple categories then you must fill out the application form separately for every category.
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Australian Communications and Media Authority
Communications Infrastructure
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