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The NTC is the governing body when it comes to Radio usage. They regulate the installation, operation, and maintenance of radio stations for both private and public use. This means that before anyone can use/setup radio stations they have to get the proper permits and licenses from NTC. Here is what you need to start your process in using a radio station here in the Philippines.

The first permit you need to obtain will be the Permit to Purchase/Possess:

1. Print out <this form> (/http://ntc5.ntc.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/PURCHASE-POSSES.pdf) and fill it out
2. You will have to obtain the following requirements:
   1. Letter of Request/Intent
   2. Application for Permit to Purchase
   3. Duly certified copy of SEC Registration; articles of incorporation and by-laws or DTI Registration if applicable
   4. Latest Audited Financial Statements with Latest ITR
   5. Copy of Mayor’s Permit
   6. Added requirements:
      1. Security Agency-Valid PNP permit to operate security agency
      2. Valid security service contract with client
      3. Association – list of officers and active members signed by the president
      4. Contractor – valid contract with client
      5. Letter of authorization for transacting person with a copy of his/her company ID Photocopy of examination rating or proof of amateurism (For amateurist only)
3. Prepare the fees

Fees: Based on NTC Memorandum Circular No. 19-12-2000

Class of Station	Power Output	Filing Fee	Purchase Fee
RTFX	High Power (above 100W)	180/unit	240/unit
FB FX/FB	Medium Power (25W-100W)	180/unit	120/unit
MLP	Low Power (below 25W)	180/unit	96/unit

4. Go to nearest NTC office to submit your files (office hours are M-F 7:00am to 6:00pm)
5. The evaluator will screen and check the completeness and authenticity of application and supporting documents
6. The evaluator prepares the order of payment
7. Pay the prescribed fees at the cashier
8. The licensing officer will process the permit
9. Get processed permit reviewed, checked, signed, and approved
10. It will be released by the releasing officer

Then, get your new radio station license

1. Print out <this form> (/http://ntc5.ntc.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/RSL.pdf) and fill it out
2. You will have to obtain the following requirements
   1. Duly filled up application form for New Radio Station License
   2. Copy of Dealer’s Sales Invoice/Official Receipt  
   3. Original Copy of Permit to Purchase/Possess/Construction Permit  
   4. Technical Plan Signed and sealed by a registered PECE/ECE  
   5. Copy of vehicle registration if radio is to be installed in a vehicle, if applicable  
   6. Copy of radio operator’s certificate.
3. Prepare the fees

Fees: Based on NTC Memorandum Circular Nos. 19-12-2000

Class Station	SUF	Power Output	Construction Permit Fee	Radio Station License Fee	Inspection Fee	Permit to Process Fee
FX	40	High Power(Above 100W)	240	600/year	408/station	120/unit	Modification Fee PHP 180 Filing Fee PHP 180
	40	Medium Power (25W-100W)	240	480/year	480/station	96/unit
	40	Low Power (below 25W)	240	360/year	480/station	60/unit
FB	160	High Power (above 100W)	240	720/year	480/station	120/unit
	160	Medium Power (25W-100W)	240	600/year	480/station	96/unit
	160	Low Power (below 25W)	240	480/year	480/station	60/unit
	160	High Power (above 100W)	240	1320/year	480/station	120/unit
	160	Medium Power (25W-100W)	240	1080/year	480/station	96/unit
	160	Low Power (below 25W)	240	960/year	480/station	60/unit
ML	16	High Power (above 100W)	240	480/year	240/station	120/unit
	16	Medium Power (25W-100W)	240	360/year	240/station	96/unit
	16	Low Power (below 25W)	240	240/year	240/station	60/unit
P	16	High Power (above 100W)	0	480/year	240/station	120/unit
	16	Medium Power (25W-100W)	0	360/year	240/station	96/unit
	16	Low Power (below 25W)	0	240/year	240/station	60/unit

4. Go to nearest NTC office to submit your files (office hours are M-F 7:00am to 6:00pm)
5. The evaluator will screen and check the completeness and authenticity of application and supporting documents
6. Forward all the documents to the legal Section to check if the applicant has administrative case
7. The evaluator prepares the order of payment
8. Pay the prescribed fees at the cashier
9. The licensing officer will process the permit
10. Get processed permit reviewed, checked, signed, and approved
11. It will be released by the releasing officer

Now you have both your Permit to Purchase/Possess Radio Communication Network and your Radio Station License.

Radiotroniks is at your service! If you need assistance in filing the proper radio permits, kindly contact us through the inquiry form and we will get back to you.

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