FCCFinal Rule

Schedule of Application Fees

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Summary

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has updated the fees that companies and individuals must pay when applying for various communications licenses and permits. These fees help cover the cost of processing applications and managing the FCC's operations.

Key Points

  • 1The FCC sets official prices for filing different types of communications applications, such as broadcast licenses, wireless permits, and satellite authorizations
  • 2Companies applying for new licenses or renewing existing ones will need to pay these updated fees as part of their application
  • 3The fee schedule is adjusted periodically to reflect changes in the FCC's costs and workload
  • 4Higher fees may affect smaller businesses and startups that rely on wireless services or broadcasting licenses
  • 5The specific fee amounts vary depending on the type of license and the complexity of the application

Key Dates

Published

April 23, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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