Get the free FCC Form 161

This document is used by respondents to update their contact information with the FCC, including name, address, and other details, after obtaining a FCC Registration Number (FRN).

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How to fill out FCC Form 161

1. Download FCC Form 161 from the FCC website.
2. Begin by providing your legal business name and any trade name.
3. Enter the contact information for the person completing the form.
4. Provide the appropriate business address.
5. Fill in the FCC Registration Number (FRN), if applicable.
6. Answer all relevant questions about service offerings.
7. Review all information for accuracy and completeness.
8. Sign and date the form.
9. Submit the form electronically via the FCC's online system or by mail, if necessary.

Who needs FCC Form 161?

1. Individuals or entities seeking to apply or maintain licenses or authorizations for telecommunications services.
2. Entities that are required to file information about their service offerings with the FCC.
3. Those updating their provider information with the FCC.

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What is FCC and how does it work?

The FCC's Mission An independent U.S. government agency overseen by Congress, the Commission is the federal agency responsible for implementing and enforcing America's communications law and regulations.

Can I sell a device without an FCC ID?

Check the instruction in the User Manual to find the FCC ID information. The FCC rules require that most devices be authorized before they can legally be imported or sold in the United States. These rules also require that labels with the information prescribed by the FCC be affixed or accompany the device.

Is FCC Form 740 still required?

Prior to July 1, 2016, importers were required to file FCC Form 740 in order to import devices, but that requirement was eliminated as of November 2, 2017 via FCC-17-93. As of November 2, 2017, the requirement to submit a Form 740 has been eliminated, see FCC-17-93.

What does the FCC number mean?

What is Federal Communications Commission Identification (FCC ID)? FCC ID is a unique code assigned to electronic devices by the FCC in the United States. This code is used to identify and certify that the device meets the necessary regulatory standards for wireless communication.

What is an FCC number?

FCC ID numbers consists of two elements, a grantee code and an equipment product code. An FCC ID is assigned to all devices subject to certification. The grantee code, the first portion of the FCC ID, is either a three or five character alphanumeric string representing the Grantee/Applicant.

What does the FCC do exactly?

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent Federal regulatory agency responsible directly to Congress. Established by the Communications Act of 1934, it is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.

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What is FCC Form 161?

FCC Form 161 is a form used by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to collect information regarding the universal service contributions of telecommunications providers.

Who is required to file FCC Form 161?

Telecommunications carriers and providers that contribute to the Universal Service Fund (USF) are required to file FCC Form 161.

How to fill out FCC Form 161?

To fill out FCC Form 161, a filer should provide their company information, calculate their contribution amount based on revenues, and ensure all sections of the form are completed accurately before submission.

What is the purpose of FCC Form 161?

The purpose of FCC Form 161 is to report and ensure compliance with the universal service contribution obligations of telecommunications providers.

What information must be reported on FCC Form 161?

FCC Form 161 requires information such as the provider's name, FRN (FCC Registration Number), revenue data, and the calculated amount of universal service contributions.