How to Become a Radio Amateur
in Singapore



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Updated
26 Sep 2008
The following persons are eligible to apply for the Singapore Amateur Radio licence, which is issued by the Infocomm Development Authority (iDA).

1. Residents of Singapore:
 - Citizens
 - Permanent Residents
 - Work Permit / Employment / Dependant Pass Holders

2. Temporary Visitors holding a foreign amateur license NEW!

Please download a copy of the Amateur Station Licence Application Guidelines issued by iDA. The details are therein

For persons who are required to pass the iDA's written Radio Amateur Examination (RAE),  the syllabus of which, can be found in the Radio Amateur Handbook published by iDA. 

You can download the RAE registration form from HERE.

Exemption from the Electronic Theory portion (Part II) of  examination is available if you have a:

- recognised degree in Communication / Electronic / Electrical Engineering with study topics covering the syllabus of the RAE.

- City and Guilds of London Institute Radio Amateur Certificate.

- valid Radio Radiotelegraph Operator's or a Radio Communication Operator's Certificate of Competency issued by iDA.

Reciprocal licensing is available to expatriate radio amateurs residing in Singapore who have passed the RAE in their home countries.

If you need more information, you can meet us at our monthly meetings.


Join SARTS today and become part of the Singapore Radio Amateur Community

Download the SARTS Membership Application Form.

If you don't have a amateur license yet or are a Shortwave Listener, you are welcomed to join us as an Associate Member.