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Radio operator's certificate with restricted validity; application for conversion

Do you have a recognized certificate of competence or a radio certificate that is fully equivalent to the requirements for the restricted radio certificate (SRC)? Then you can apply for an SRC without an examination.

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Deutscher Segler-Verband e.V.

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22309 Hamburg

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You need a valid radio certificate to participate in the mobile maritime radio service or inland navigation radio service.

There are two types of radio certificates for the maritime radio service:

  • The general radio operator's certificate, also known as the Long Range Certificate (LRC), entitles you to participate in VHF, border and short wave as well as the mobile maritime radio service via satellite, which also works on the high seas.
  • The restricted radio operator's certificate, also known as the Short Range Certificate (SRC), only entitles you to participate in VHF radio, which is only sufficient near the coast.

To obtain the restricted radio operator's certificate (SRC), you normally have to pass a theory and practical test. However, if you already have a recognized certificate of competence or a radio certificate that is fully equivalent to the requirements for the SRC, you can apply for an SRC without an examination.

The BZ I radio certificate or equivalent recognized certificates of competence or radio certificates are suitable for this purpose. Not equivalent are, among others

  • VHF operating certificate for radio operators (UBZ)
  • Marine radio certificate 1st and 2nd class
  • General maritime radio certificate
  • General radiotelephony certificate
  • VHF radiotelephone certificate

The German Sailing Association (DSV) is responsible for issuing an SRC on presentation of an equivalent certificate.

  • You must be at least 18 years old to submit the application.
  • If you are a minor, the application can be submitted by a person with parental authority.
  • You have an equivalent recognized radio certificate, such as the radio certificate BZ I.

  • Required Documents
    • ausgefüllter und unterschriebener Antrag
    • aktuelles Passbild
    • anerkanntes Funkzeugnis, welches uneingeschränkt gleichwertig mit den Anforderungen an das SRC gültig ist, zum Beispiel Funkzeugnis BZ I als Original oder beglaubigte Kopie
       

You can apply for a restricted radio certificate (SRC) without an examination online or in writing.

Online application:

  • Call up the federal portal using any browser.
  • Open the application for a restricted radio operator's certificate (SRC).
  • Complete the online application.
  • Upload the requested documents.
  • Send the application digitally.
  • Submit your passport photo and the original radio certificate to be rewritten or a certified copy by post to the German Sailing Association (DSV).
  • You will receive feedback from the DSV.
  • The fee will be collected by SEPA direct debit.

Application by post:

  • Download the current application form from the website of the Deutscher Segler-Verband e.V. (DSV).
  • Complete the application in writing and print it out.
  • Alternatively, you can print out the application first and then fill it in legibly by hand.
  • Attach all required documents.
  • Send the application and all documents by post to the Deutscher Segler-Verband e. V. (DSV).
  • The fee will be collected by SEPA direct debit.

Costs may vary if additional services are required, for example for shipping abroad.
Fee: 45.75 EUR

Prepayment: yes

There is no deadline.

Depending on the seasonal workload, processing by the office may take longer. (3 to 5 weeks)

This application does not apply to the initial issue or replacement issue of a restricted radio operator's certificate (SRC).

  • Objection
  • Further information on how to lodge an objection can be found in the notification of your application.
  • Legal action before the locally competent administrative court

Status: 20.08.2024
Editorially responsible for prodecure description: Bundesministerium für Verkehr
Source: Federal Portal
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