Applying to renew expiring spectrum licences

Spectrum licences across multiple frequency bands are due to expire between June 2028 and October 2032. 

Licensees of spectrum licences can apply to renew their licences up to 2 years before the licence is due to expire. 

This page provides information about the renewal process, including:

• how to apply
• supporting guidance
• access to the application form.

Licensees holding spectrum licences in the 850 MHz and 1800 MHz bands can start applying to renew their licences from 18 June 2026. Sample licences for these bands are available on our website.

Applications must include:

• a completed application form
• the relevant documents and information specified in the Radiocommunications (Spectrum Licence Renewal – Information and Documents) Instrument 2026.

The expiring spectrum licence application guide and renewal application form are available on the ACMA website.

Completed applications must be sent to ESL@acma.gov.au.

Renewal decisions will be made on a licence-by-licence basis, with each application considered on its own merits and in the context of our ESL policy and decision-making framework. 

Information about our ESL policy and decision-making framework is available on our website.