Why and How to obtain an FCC Federal Registration Number (“FRN”)
The WHY is simple: If you do business with the FCC, such as applying for a license or permit, you’ll need to have a FRN.
They HOW is also simple; takes only a few minutes; and is completely FREE!
How to Get your FRN:
1. Go to the FCC CORES System and click Register in the center box to create an FCC Username account. You’ll do so using your email address and a secure password that you select.
2. Next, check your email for a verification link from the FCC. Click the link to activate your new username account.
3. Log back into CORES with your newly created login credentials.
4. Select the ‘Register New FRN’ link from the main menu.
5. Choose whether you are registering as An entity or An individual, and indicate if your address is within the United States.
6. Fill out the required contact details and provide your Taxpayer Identification Number or Social Security Number (TIN/SSN).
7. Click Submit to instantly receive your unique 10-digit FRN. Write it down!
That’s it. In just a few minutes you’ve opened the door to doing business with the FCC such as the first step of getting a FCC license!