License Exam

VE EXAM SESSIONS

To obtain a new, or upgrade an existing, amateur radio license you must successfully pass the appropriate exam as administered in an ARRL sponsored VE Exam session.  The information listed below is intended to help identify the information, documents and procedures that are needed to participate in an ARRL sponsored VE Exam session. 

HOW TO LOCATE AN EXAM SESSION

The AARA offers a testing session prior to most general meetings. You can find and register for sessions at https://hamstudy.org/sessions/KI5ARX/all

WHAT TO BRING TO AN EXAM SESSION

Information on what to bring to a VE Exam session can be found at http://www.arrl.org/what-to-bring-to-an-exam-session.

Federal Registration Number (FRN)

Prior to attending an exam session, you must obtain a Federal Registration Number (FRN) from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).  Once you are issued a FRN, it is valid for all future exam sessions and license applications. 

You will need to provide this FRN on FCC Form 605 described below.

You can request a FRN from the FCC at https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/regEntityType.do.

Please note that the FCC now requires an email address to be on file with them by providing it when you request a FRN.  If you have an existing FRN for which no email address was provided, you will need to provide an email address on Form 605 described below.

FCC Felony Documentation

If you answer YES to Question 28 (Basic Qualifications) on Form 605, you will be required to provide additional documentation explaining the circumstances when you submit your application to the FCC.  Do not present this information to the Exam team.

Additional information regarding how to handle this documentation can be found at http://www.arrl.org/fcc-qualification-question.

Existing License (or CSCE)

If you are upgrading an existing amateur license, you must provide proof of your current amateur license (or corresponding CSCE) at the time of the exam. 

Photo Identification

At the exam you will need to present a photo ID (i.e. drivers license, passport, school ID) adequately identifying the individual taking the exam.

License Fee

Prior to taking the exam you will need to pay the appropriate examination fee.  Payment can be made in CASH or by CHECK.  Current exam fees can be found at http://www.arrl.org/arrl-vec-exam-fees.

Calculator

Exam participants may bring a NON-PROGRAMMABLE calculator to the exam session if they so desire.