Apply for frequency allocation for point-to-point radio relay

Due to the use of new broadband communication technologies, the need for radio relay connections is increasing. Radio relay enables fast and relatively inexpensive transmission.

For the most part, frequencies for radio relay applications are allocated individually. This is intended to ensure that the frequencies allocated to radio relay are used as efficiently and without interference as possible.

Frequencies in the following ranges are available for point-to-point radio relay (PP radio relay): 4 GHz, 6 GHz, 7 GHz, 13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz, 23 GHz, 28 GHz, 32 GHz, 38 GHz, 42 GHz, 52 GHz and 71-76/81-86 GHz.

You must apply to the Federal Network Agency for the allocation of frequencies. The following instructions must be observed:

• The radio relay equipment intended for use must comply with the basic legal requirements of the Radio Equipment Act (FuAG). This can be done by declaring conformity with the relevant European standards. For all new frequency allocations, the Federal Network Agency assumes that digital system technology will be used.
• You have no legal claim to the allocation of specific transmission frequencies, polarizations and band positions. However, you can apply for desired parameters. As part of the allocation procedure, the Federal Network Agency checks whether these or other frequencies are available and can be coordinated. This involves compatibility with other radio relay links already in operation in Germany and abroad.
• The frequency allocation defines the usage parameters that you must comply with in order to protect other frequency uses. If necessary, you will receive the allocations subject to coordination with neighboring countries. In this case, you bear the risk as the applicant.
• As a rule, directional radio frequency allocations are limited to 10 years.
• In connection with the allocation of radio relay frequencies, the Federal Network Agency does not take on any tasks relating to technical planning, radio field testing or the project planning of radio relay systems. You must carry out these tasks yourself or have them carried out by companies commissioned by you.