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How long before it expires can you ask to renew your amateur radio license?

90 days before the expiration date.

  1. 30 days
  2. 90 days ✔
  3. 1 year

Why: The FCC lets you request renewal up to 90 days before your license expires. Renewing early keeps you on the air without a gap.

Huh, didn't know that: Renewal does not require taking the exam again.

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Why do hams renew early? They hate dead air.
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Sources

  1. NCVEC 2026-2030 Technician Question Pool (Element 2), errata Feb 19, 2026 https://www.ncvec.org/downloads/2026-2030%20Technician%20Pool%20and%20Syllabus%20Public%20Release%20Feb%2019%202026.pdf

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