It requires a license in the United States, but some GMRS compatible equipment can be used license-free in Canada . The US GMRS license is issued for a period of 10 years by the FCC. The United States permits use by adult individuals who possess a valid GMRS license, as well as their immediate family members.
Read moreIs VHF or UHF better for distance?
VHF has smaller frequencies which means interference with other radios is common. UHF, on the other hand, is an all-around better signal for long distance communication . UHF is better when using radios for indoor use like buildings or around cities.12 Mar 2019
Read moreWhich radio frequency is best for long distance?
For radio frequencies, around 20 Meter/14 MHz is a workhorse (DX – Long distance) frequency range, and the 40 Meter/7–7.3 MHz band is also often the best for long distance communications.
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