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Request a packet radio call sign

Service description

Request a packet radio call sign.

A packet radio station can transmit digital data in wireless networks. A call sign allows for unique identification of each device. It has six digits and is drawn from the internationally applicable series for Switzerland. It allows for the transmission of data on CB radio frequencies.

Support - Contact

Federal Office of Communications
Radio Licences Section
Zukunftstrasse 44
PO Box 256
2501 Biel/Bienne
 
Email: kf-fk@bakom.admin.ch
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Preconditions

To use this service, you must be registered on the DETEC eGovernment portal.

Fees

For allocation of a call sign, the initial administrative fee is CHF 35.00
Following this, the administrative fee payable once every five years is
CHF 25.00

Links with further information

Jedermannsfunk (CB)

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