Reminder that only Full licence holders can operate on 5MHz

Communications Manager | February 19, 2026

The RSGB is reminding radio amateurs that the frequencies at 5MHz are only available on a secondary basis to holders of a UK Full amateur radio licence. Foundation and Intermediate licence holders are not allowed to operate on 5MHz.

You can find details about this in the OFW611 amateur radio licence terms and conditions booklet which is available from ofcom.org.uk

There is also more information about operating on this band on our website at rsgb.org/5mhz

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Reminder that only Full licence holders can operate on 5MHz

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