What is a Form 499?

What is a Form 499?

The FCC Form 499 Filer Database is an identification system for all interstate telecommunications carriers, all interconnected VoIP providers, and certain other providers of interstate telecommunications. The Universal Service Fund helps communities across the country afford telecommunications and advanced services.

What is FCC 499-a registration?

FCC 499-A is a form that all telecommunications providers must submit to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) each year. The FCC uses this data for calculating and assessing regulatory fees and contributions for funds (such as the Universal Service Fund) per the Communications Act of 1934.

Who must file FCC Form 499?

Need to file if: You are required to contribute to the maintenance of universal service support mechanisms. This includes all FCC Form 499-A filers with interstate end-user telecommunications revenues that are sufficiently large to result in an annual contribution of $10,000 or more.

Who Files Form 499?

All non de minimis telecommunications carriers that provide interstate telecommunications services are required to file an FCC Form 499-Q Telecommunications Reporting Worksheet with the FCC on or before Monday, May 3, 2021 (since May 1 falls on a weekend this year).

Who needs to register with the FCC?

Universal Licensing System (ULS) Resources You need an FRN if you are “doing business with the FCC.” To get an FRN, you need to complete FCC Form 160. The easiest way to complete FCC Form 160 is online by following the steps below.

How do I register for 499?

To begin the registration process, access the USAC E-File Login, scroll to the bottom of the page, and select the option “Create an account”. From the resulting ‘Who Am I’ page, select ‘Service Provider – 499 ID’.

What is a filer ID?

The Filer ID is the number that identifies a person or company certified to file in the AES. The Filer ID is usually an Employer Identification Number (EIN) issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

How do you get a FCC license?

Steps to Applying for a New License in ULS Log in to ULS Online Filing with your FCC Registration Number (FRN) and password. On the left-side of the screen, click Apply for a New License. From the drop down box, select the Radio Service for the new license. Click Continue to navigate through the application.