Preregistration Information
v Nov 5 2024
Pre-registration is done at Hamstudy.org by 3:30 PM on 1st Tue exam days
PIN from registration is not needed, exams are taken on paper
Information About Pre-Registration
For name or address changes:
Bring proof to the exam session. These are examples of name and address change proof that will be accepted:
Name change proof:
A document showing both your old and new name
A document showing your old name and a photo ID showing your new name
Marriage, divorce, and adoption certificates or decrees
Other documents may be acceptable, contact Mike at ka2jai@arrl.net to verify
Address change proof:
Any document that indicates your new address such as a driver’s license or library card
Any document that indicates the applicant receives mail at the new address such as a tax bill, electric bill, or water bill
Mailing Addresses:
A mailing address is required by the FCC. PO boxes may be used.
Email Addresses:
The FCC requires email addresses. Phone numbers are optional, but important. Phone numbers may be used by the VE Team to expedite processing your exam result if we have questions for you.
FRN:
If you are a walk-in (see walk-in info on the General Information page):
It is highly recommended that you obtain your FRN before the exam session. Bring a printout of it to the session or be able to display it on a smartphone or other device. An FRN can be obtained on the CORES web site. A Social Security Number and an email address are required to get an FRN. The VE Team cannot obtain an FRN for you, but may be able to help you in obtaining one at your exam session if you have access to your email and time permits. Do not send us your Social Security Number. If you pre-register, your FRN is provided with your pre-registration and does not need to be brought to your exam session.
Pending Transactions with the FCC:
Some examples of pending transactions are new licenses, license upgrades, or vanity call sign requests that have not been processed yet. Bring the latest, unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) to the exam session if you have one and the license it indicates you are eligible for has not yet been granted by the FCC. It is important that you tell the VE team if you have a pending transaction with the FCC when you arrive at the exam session.
Felony Question on Form 605:
You must answer yes or no to the felony question each time you:
Apply for a new license
Apply to upgrade a license class
Request a systematic change of call sign
Apply for a vanity call sign
Renew their license.
You do not have to answer the felony question if all you are doing is changing your mailing address, name, e-mail address, or phone number.
Answer "yes" to the felony question if any of the five items above apply, and any of the five items below apply to a felony in any state or federal court:
Convicted
Pardoned
Had you record sealed
Are under appeal
Overturned
If you reply “yes” you will be able to take your exam(s), but you must provide an explanation to the FCC within 14 calendar days of filing your application. The FCC will email instructions to you.