Anyone wishing to register for a Licensing Exam Session should email the BARC VE Coordinator at rekcec@embarqmail.com at least five days prior to your desired exam date.
We no longer accept walk-in examinees due to FCC administration requirements.
To take any examination, you will need to present:
1. One state or federal photo ID, or two non-photo IDs,
2. An FRN number acquired by clicking here,
3. A current amateur radio operators license, only if previously issued.
The FCC now requires a valid email address to register for an FRN and to pay the $35.00 FCC fee to obtain your amateur radio operators license when you pass an exam.
Exams offered through Laurel VEC at BARC continue to be free.
Questions may be directed to Chris Ecker, KY4QE at 276-236-2408.
To take any examination, you will need to present:
1. One state or federal photo ID, or two non-photo IDs,
2. An FRN number acquired by clicking here,
3. A current amateur radio operators license, only if previously issued.
The FCC now requires a valid email address to register for an FRN and to pay the $35.00 FCC fee to obtain your amateur radio operators license when you pass an exam.
Exams offered through Laurel VEC at BARC continue to be free.
Questions may be directed to Chris Ecker, KY4QE at 276-236-2408.
Current Testing Site:
First Christian Church
402 N Jefferson St, Galax, VA 24333
First Christian Church
402 N Jefferson St, Galax, VA 24333
Other tests may be given at special times.
Upcoming Testing Sessions for 2025
January 9th @ 7PM
Upcoming Testing Sessions for 2025
January 9th @ 7PM
April 10th @ 7PM
June 28th @ 1PM (Test held at Field Day at Higher Ground Camp)
October 9th @ 7PM