What is the grace period following the expiration of an amateur license within which the license may be renewed?

The grace period following the expiration of an amateur license during which the license may be renewed is two years. This means that if a licensee does not renew their license on time, they have a window of two years after the expiration date to submit their renewal application without having to retake the examination. The two-year grace period provides a significant opportunity for individuals to regain their license if they have missed the initial renewal deadline. After this period, the license is considered expired and the individual will need to pass the examination again to obtain a new license. This policy helps ensure that amateur radio operators can maintain their operating privileges while also encouraging timely renewals.