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Free-to-Air Nationwide Television Service Licence

Overview

The Free-to-Air Nationwide Television Service Licence applies to service providers that transmit television services over-the-air in Singapore for free-of-charge reception.

Who is this for?

Service providers offering free-to-air television services in Singapore.

Licence Period and Fees

  • Licence Period: 10 years
  • Licence fees: 2.5% of total revenue or S$250,000 per annum, whichever is higher. 
  • Performance bond: S$200,000 in the form of a banker’s guarantee.The banker’s guarantee must be issued by any of the financial institutions listed at https://eservices.mas.gov.sg/fid.

Applicable Codes

  • Content Code for Nationwide Managed Transmission Linear Television Services
  • Television and Radio Advertising and Sponsorship Code
  • Code of Practice for Television Broadcast Standards
  • Code of Practice for Market Conduct

Find out more about applicable codes.

How to apply?

Apply online via GoBusiness.

Contact

Please contact us if you have any questions or email IMDA for feedback.

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LAST UPDATED: 23 MAY 2024