Radio Licensing

There are three types of radio: Digital, Analogue PBR, and PMR446. DCRS can assist you with any aspect of radio licensing.

Why do I need a radio licence to operate my two-way radios?

Both Digital and Analogue radios operate on either VHF or, UHF radio frequencies, which is issued and co-ordinated by the Government run agency Ofcom. In order to transmit on these frequencies, you are required to have a valid licence issued by Ofcom. There are benefits of a licensed frequency such as:· Larger range · Less interference from other users These frequencies are allocated to businesses only, on a case-by-case basis. Once your licence has been issued with your own frequencies, DCRS can then programme them into your radios, there is no limit to how many radios you have the frequencies put in to.

I would like to utilise PMR446 Radios, why do I not need a radio licence for these?

PMR446 Two-way radios operate on 8 UHF frequencies that have been issued for general on-site usage by the Ofcom. These frequencies have been allocated to a European service called PMR446 and there isn't a restriction on where you use the radios. All the frequencies are programmed into the radios at time of manufacture and cannot be changed or added too.

So how do I apply for a Radio Licence?

As part of the service offered by DCRS Ltd we can assist you with applying for your radio licence except for paying the fees required you will need to send this directly to Ofcom. A NEW Licence application typically takes two to three weeks. Simply email us at: sales@dcrs.co.uk with your details.

How much could a radio licence cost me?

Radio licences are changing, for more information please contact us at sales@dcrs.co.uk