How to Apply for a Vanity Amateur Radio Callsign (in the US)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Begin by visiting the Federal Communications Commission Universal Licensing System Website.

   In this section, click "Log In".,,, On the left side of the page you should see a box titled "Work on this license".
   
   Click on the link within the box that says "Request Vanity Call Sign."
   
   Select "yes" and "no" where appropriate in these boxes., Select what applies to you., On this page, fill out the call signs which you hope to receive in order of which one you would rather receive.
   
   It is suggested that you list several call signs as insurance that you will receive at least one of them.
   
   When done, click continue.,
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   Step 2: Once there

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   Step 3: you should see a section known as "Online Filing".

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   Step 4: In the box that says "FCC Registration Number" enter your valid 10-digit Federal Communications Commission Registration Number.

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   Step 5: In the box that says "Password" enter your FCC ULS case-sensitive password

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   Step 6: whatever it may be.

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   Step 7: You should now be logged in.

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   Step 8: A new page should come up with two questions regarding FCC fees.

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   Step 9: Another page should come up asking you to select your eligibility.

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    Step 10: Vanity Call Sign Preference List You will now see a page called "Vanity Call Sign Preference List."

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    Step 11: You should now be finished and (may) need to fill out some other forms associated with the new vanity call sign (which you may or may not receive

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    Step 12: depending upon demand for the call sign.)

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