The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has officially begun issuing Apparatus Assignment (AA) certificates in digital form, effective 1 July 2026. This applies to all AA holders, which includes amateur radio operators holding station and equipment assignments under MCMC.

What Changed

Starting from the effective date, MCMC now issues AA certificates in a new format and makes them available digitally. According to the notice, this digital certificate is official and legally valid, carrying the same status as a physical certificate. Existing terms and conditions, spectrum rights, and applicable fees remain unchanged unless MCMC states otherwise.

Physical certificates in the new format are still available, but only upon request.

How to Get Your Digital AA Certificate

AA holders can download their digital certificates through the SpectraWeb portal at espectra.mcmc.gov.my.

If you have not registered for a SpectraWeb account, you will need to submit your company and user information first. MCMC will verify and approve the registration before granting access.

Why This Matters for the Amateur Radio Community

For local amateur operators, this is part of MCMC’s broader push toward digitalising spectrum-related services. Once your SpectraWeb account is active, you no longer need to wait for a physical certificate to arrive by post or collect it in person. This should help streamline renewals and reduce administrative delays, something the community has raised before when dealing with paperwork tied to station licences and assignments.

If your club or station has an AA certificate on file, it is worth checking the SpectraWeb portal now rather than waiting until you need to produce proof of assignment.

Note for Foreign Amateurs Applying for a Malaysian Callsign

This change is not limited to local operators. Foreign amateur radio operators applying for a reciprocal or visiting Malaysian callsign will also receive their AA certificate in this new digital format once approved. If you are planning to apply, expect to collect your certificate through SpectraWeb rather than waiting for a physical copy by post, and set up your account access ahead of time so there is no delay once your application is approved.

Where to Get Help

For additional guidance, MCMC has published reference material at their digital AA certificate page.

For enquiries, contact MCMC directly at [email protected].

Source: MCMC official notice, 1 July 2026.