ARRL Technician Practice Exam

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What is the grace period following the expiration of an amateur license during which the license may be renewed?

One year
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The correct answer is: Two years

The grace period following the expiration of an amateur license, during which the license may be renewed, is indeed two years. This means that after your amateur radio license expires, you have a window of two years to renew it without having to retake the examination. This policy is designed to allow amateur operators to maintain their operating privileges without the burden of re-taking tests, as long as they act within the designated time frame. After this two-year grace period, if the license is not renewed, the individual would have to go through the entire licensing process again, including passing the examination, to obtain a new license. Knowing this grace period is essential for amateur radio operators to ensure they do not lose their privileges unnecessarily.