Licences/permits to set up, operate and provide telecommunication networks and services (e.g. mobile and internet access networks).
Main Licences For Service Providers
Additional Licences For Internet Access Service Providers
Additional Licences For Network Providers
Main Licences For Service Providers
- Facilities-Based Operator (FBO) Licence
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)
Get this licence to set up and operate telecommunication networks, systems or facilities that provide telecommunications services to third parties (e.g. other businesses and consumers). Telecommunications, Internet, mobile and paging network providers require this licence.
- Services-Based Operator (SBO) Licence
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)
Get this licence to provide or resell telecommunication services using facilities of a licensed Facilities-Based Operator (FBO). Businesses such as audiotex (1900), prepaid calling providers, Internet access resellers and leased circuit resellers require this licence.
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Additional Licences For Internet Access Service Providers
- Internet Access Service Provider & Resellers Class Licence
Media Development Authority (MDA)
Get this licence to provide or resell Internet access services to the public and/or customers. Businesses such as Internet Access Service Providers (IASPs) holding Services-Based Operator (SBO) Licences and their resellers require this licence.
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Additional Licences For Network Providers
- General Radio Communication Station Licence
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)
Get this licence to set up and operate a radio communication station that transmits or receives signals.
- Localised Private Network Licence
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)
Get this licence to operate and provide radio-communication networks (e.g. for walkie-talkies) within a fixed geographical area.
- Localised Radio-Communication Station Licence
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)
Get this licence to operate radio-communication equipment (e.g. receivers for walkie-talkie transmissions) within a fixed geographical area.