FCC FRN guide

How to get your FCC FRN

You need a Federal Registration Number before you can register for a WEARC online ham radio exam session.

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Before you start

FRN basics

Use your legal name and current mailing address.
Write down your FRN and keep it handy.
Do this before you pay the exam fee.
Spelling of name, including initials and name suffix, must exactly match your photo ID.

If you already have an FRN, make sure you can log in to the FCC CORES system.

Step by step

Go to FCC CORES and create an FCC Username (account), then verify your email.
Log in to CORES with that FCC Username.
Choose “Register New FRN” and select Individual (not business).
Enter your legal name, mailing address, and contact info, submit, and save your FRN.
Spelling of name, including initials and name suffix, must exactly match your photo ID.

Tip: Use the same name and address on your exam registration so your license application matches FCC records.

Bring

Review the exam day checklist so you have your ID and CSCEs ready.

Fix

Test your audio, video, and screen sharing before your session.

See how FCC processing works and when to expect your callsign.