Frequently Asked Questions

Licensing

How much does it cost to obtain a Licence?

The Licence fees payable vary according to the services. Please visit the Commission’s website: www.ncc.gov.ng under licensing link for the fee structure or contact the Commission for the applicable fees.

Kindly visit our fees & pricing page here to view the list.

Can a foreign Company apply for a Licence?

A Company applying for a Licence must be registered in Nigeria by the Corporate Affairs Commission (C.A.C)

I want to know the type of Licence to apply for SIM registration and sale of recharge card
  1. The Commission does not grant a Licence for SIM registration
  2. You can apply for Sales and Installation Class Licence for sale of recharge cards.
  3. Kindly visit the NCC website at https://eservices.ncc.gov.ng and choose a category of the Class Licence that suits the services you wish to offer.

How long does it take to obtain a Licence?
  1. Individual Licence: According to the provision of the Nigerian Communication Act 2003, the Commission is required to convey its decision to the applicant within 90 days of receipt of the application for an individual Licence with complete documentation that is not the subject of a competitive bid.

Some people are operating telecom services without Licence. What is NCC doing to ensure that licensed operators recoup their investments?

The Commission has a surveillance programme aimed at identifying illegal operators and appropriate sanctions/enforcement action against any defaulter who fails to regularize operations.  The Commission would be pleased to receive information from the public on only suspected illegal Operator.

I can’t find my Licence on LAMS
  1. Click on Licensing Application management System
  2. Select Provide Licence details
  3. Submit your Licence information for verification and approval

How do I create an account and access the online application portal?
  1. If you are a Local Company, select your company's ownership type.

My Status report has been rejected, why?

Upload a current CAC

How will I be notified of the outcome of my application?

The outcome will be communicated via the status tab on the Licensing Application Management System portal.

I have uploaded all the required documents yet I am unable to submit my application.
  • Ensure the necessary information has been provided
  • Review your Company Details,
    • Add and wait for validation of your Tax Identification Number (TIN) by FIRS.
    • Ensure your undertaking is properly ticked
    • Select company representative
    • make payment
    • Click on the submit button. (You can only submit your application once the submit button is enabled.