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General radio operator's certificate; application for conversion

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

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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 the inland waterway radio service.

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

  • The general radio operating certificate, also known as the Long Range Certificate (LRC), entitles you to participate in VHF, border and shortwave radio as well as the mobile maritime radio service via satellite, which also works on the high seas.
  • The limited radio operating 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 general radio operator's certificate (LRC), 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 LRC, you can apply for an LRC without an examination.

The original or a certified copy of the ABZ radio certificate must be submitted with the application. If another recognized certificate of competence or radio certificate is presented, it must be fully equivalent to the requirements for the LRC.

Not equivalent are, among others:

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

The German Sailing Association (DSV) is responsible for issuing an LRC 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 general operating certificate for radio operators (ABZ).

  • Required Documents
    • ausgefüllter und unterschriebener Antrag
    • aktuelles Passbild
    • anerkanntes Funkzeugnis, welches uneingeschränkt gleichwertig mit den Anforderungen an das LRC gültig ist, zum Beispiel allgemeines Betriebszeugnis für Funker (ABZ) im Original oder als beglaubigte Kopie

You can apply online or in writing to the German Sailing Association (DSV) for a general radio operator's certificate (LRC) without an examination.

Online application:

  • Call up the federal portal using any browser.
  • Open the application for a general radio operator's certificate (LRC).
  • Complete the online application.
  • Upload the requested documents.
  • Send the application digitally.
  • Submit your passport photo and the original radio certificate to be transcribed 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 DSV website.
  • 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 the required documents by post to the Deutscher Segler-Verband e.V. (DSV).
  • Fees are collected by SEPA direct debit.

Costs may vary if additional services are required, for example for shipping abroad.
Fee: 47.84 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 general radio operator's certificate (LRC).

  • Objection
  • Further information on how to lodge an objection can be found in the notification of your application for transfer.
  • 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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