Licensing - amateur FAQ

What is the fee for amateur operators?

From 1 July 2005 there are no annual fees for amateur operators.

What are the fees for amateur repeaters/beacons/fixed links?

These remain individually licensed - see section OA1 of the fee schedule.

How do I change my amateur callsign

Your amateur callsign can be changed by completing a Radio 1 application form and including a list of preferred callsigns. There is no charge for this.

How do I know what callsigns are available

You can search SpectrumOnLine to check callsign availability.

How do I apply for an amateur licence

See information at Amateur Licenses.

Where do I go to sit my amateur qualification

Contact NZART – New Zealand Association of Radio Transmitters – who will provide contact details for your local amateur radio club:

www.nzart.org.nz

Phone in NZ: 04-528 2170

International: +64-4-528 2170

Fax in NZ: 04-528 2173

International: +64-4-528 2173

How do I change my address?

You can change your address details in SMART.

I am an amateur operator visiting New Zealand – what do I need to do?

• Staying less than 90 days – see the General User Radio Licence
• Staying more than 90 days but less than 1 year – apply for an authorisation
• Send the original or a certified copy of your overseas licence, your arrival and departure dates, and a covering letter requesting an authorisation.
• Staying more than 1 year – apply for a NZ amateur licence
• Complete a Radio 1 application form and send the original or a certified copy of your qualification.

I am travelling overseas, what are the requirements in the country that I am visiting?

See worldwide information on reciprocal arrangements for licensing of amateur radio operators.

Where do I find RSM forms?

Find RSM forms here.