Updating Administrative Information on a License in the Universal Licensing System (ULS)

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This article provides information on how to update administrative information on a license in the Universal Licensing System (ULS). You would file a request to update administrative information on a license to change information such as mailing address, phone number, or e-mail address.

Steps to Filing a Request to Update Administrative Information on a License in ULS

1. Log in to ULS Online Filing with your FCC Registration Number (FRN) and password or FRN and Username Password.

   Note: If you are taken to the My Applications page, click My Licenses to begin the steps below.

2. On the left side click Update Licenses.
3. Select the licenses and click Add.
4. Click Continue to navigate through the application.

   Note: If you select Radio Service, Alien Ownership, Qualifications, & Demographics, or Technical Data, these options are considered a license modification. Information about license modifications is available in the Modifying a License article.

5. Sign your application and click Submit Application.

   Note: By typing your first and last name in the name fields you have signed your application.

FAQs - Filing a Request to Update Administrative Information on a License in ULS

Will I owe a filing fee?

No.

Can I change the licensee name by filing a request to update administrative information on a license?

Yes, but only if the name change does not involve a change in ownership of the license or licensee. Otherwise, a transfer of control or license assignment application needs to be filed. Additional information about these types of filings is available at the Transactions Topic page.

Do I have to list my mailing address in the application?

No. However, you must provide an address. A post office box is acceptable.

How do I know if my application is received at the FCC?

Applications will appear either the next business day in ULS Application Search or two businesses days later for applications filed on a weekend or federal holiday. Enter the file number in the ULS Application Search to find your application.