This is a licence to operate an amateur radio service.

• The applicant files an application with the Commission by completing the prescribed RF2 form, providing proof of identity, nationality and competence to operate amateur radio such as operator certificate. A nonrefundable application fee of Kshs. 1,000 must be remitted at the time of application b) In case of non-Kenyan citizen, if their countries have reciprocal arrangements with Kenya as far as amateur radio licences are concerned, the details are forwarded to the Ministry of Transport and Communications for clearance. The ministry makes its decision known to the Commission.
• The applicant is then advised in writing as to whether the application has been successful or not. For approved applications, the applicant is requested to remit the requisite frequency fees as per the existing frequency fee schedule.
• A frequency licence valid for a maximum period of one year is then issued and should be renewed once it expires. Included in the licence are conditions of the licence.