Quick Look:

1. Applicant must be 18+.
2. Not a representative of any foreign government.
3. No exam is required. A GMRS licensejust requires to complete FCC form 159 and form 605 and send the payment.
4. The cost for the license is $70, and that’s good for 10 years. Soon it will be $35 for 10 years.
5. Only available for individuals and their immediate family members (regardless of age). A company itself cannot have a GMRS license, at least not anymore.
6. You would get a call sign within 24 working hour in the ULS instead of receiving a paper document.The FCC has gone completely paperless, so you can only apply for license online.
7. Last but the most important: follow the rules set forth by the FCC.

Step 1: Create an Account in Universal Licensing System

https://apps2.fcc.gov/fccUserReg/pages/createAccount.htm

Complete the above online questionnaire to receive your account and FRN number (FCC Registration Number).

Step 2: Log in Your FRN Account

https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/userLogin.do

Once you are logged in successfully, you will see a page that shows your applied for licenses.

Step 3: Select "Apply For a New License"

Step 4: Select “ZA General Mobile Radio (GMRS)”

Step 5: Complete the Applicant Questions (Most people select NO*3)

Step 6: Supply your licensee name and address.*Kindly know that all the information you entered is public.
  
Step 7: Next page, the question is “if you have been convicted of a felony”. *Kindly know that being a convict does not prevent you from applying for the GMRS license, but you may have to explain the circumstances.  
  
Step 8: Review your application carefully. If everything is correct, continue to certify.
  
Step 9: Payment page. Once you complete the payment, it takes 1-5 days to inform you to apply for results via email. You can track the application here:
https://wireless2.fcc.gov/UlsEntry/licManager/login.jsp

Step 10: If you need to download your authorization documents, you can do that on the same page.

Congratulations, you will get your GMRS license soon! If you need an entry-level GMRS radio, BAOFENG UV-5G (UV-5X) will be a good choice.

73!