# FCC Form 499-A Filing

We classify your business, calculate de minimis and LIRE eligibility, and file your Form 499-A with USAC.

Annual filing due April 1 • Quarterly 499-Q included in bundle tiers

499-A Only

$499

Revenue analysis + single annual filing

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499-A + 499-Q

$799

Annual + 4 quarterly filings

Full Compliance

$1,499/yr

499-A + 499-Q + CPNI + RMD + calendar

## Business Classification

These questions determine your FCC filing obligations.

Do you provide telecommunications or voice services to end users or other carriers? *

Yes

I offer VoIP, phone, long distance, wireless, or other voice/data services

No

I don't offer any telecommunications services

Do you provide VoIP, calling, conferencing, or messaging services of any kind?

Yes

No

### You may not need to file Form 499-A

Based on your answers, you don't appear to provide telecommunications services subject to FCC Form 499-A filing requirements. However, if you're unsure, we recommend a free assessment.

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Is your service connected to the public telephone network (PSTN)? *

Can your users make or receive calls to/from regular phone numbers?

Yes — Interconnected VoIP

Users can call regular phone numbers (PSTN)

No — Non-Interconnected VoIP

App-to-app only (e.g., internal conferencing, Zoom-style)

Do you own network infrastructure or resell another carrier's service? *

Facilities-based

I own switches, SBCs, or network equipment

Reseller

I purchase wholesale and resell under my brand

Both

I have my own infrastructure and also resell

Note: Resellers must submit an annual Reseller Certificate to USAC in addition to Form 499-A.

## Service Categories

Select all that apply. This maps to Line 105 on Form 499-A.

Interconnected VoIP

Voice calls to/from regular phone numbers over IP

Non-Interconnected VoIP

App-to-app calling only (no PSTN access)

Local Exchange / CLEC

Competitive local exchange carrier

Interexchange Carrier (IXC)

Long distance / toll services

Wireless / Cellular / PCS

Mobile telephony including MVNO

Prepaid Calling Card

Prepaid long distance or international calling cards

Audio Bridging / Conferencing

Conference call services

Satellite

Satellite-based telecommunications

Other

Paging, payphone, operator services, etc.

## Revenue Estimation

We use this to determine de minimis status and LIRE eligibility. Approximate numbers are fine.

Total annual telecom/VoIP revenue (USD) *

For calendar year 2025 (or projected 2026 if new). Include all telecom service revenue.

Revenue breakdown by jurisdiction (approximate %)
Interstate
%
International
%
Intrastate
%

Total: 100%

Revenue breakdown by customer type (approximate %)
End-user customers
%
Wholesale / carrier
%

## Your Classification

Based on your answers, here's your filing status and obligations.

Filer Type

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Infrastructure

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Required Filings

Recommended Service

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## Company Information

This maps to Blocks 1-2 of Form 499-A. All fields with * are required by USAC.

Import from prior filing

If you've filed before and granted us USAC E-File access, enter your 499 Filer ID to auto-populate your information from your last filing.

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Legal Entity Name *
DBA / Trade Name
EIN / Tax ID *
FCC Registration Number (FRN) I don't have an FRN yet (we'll help you register)
USAC 499 Filer ID New filer (first time filing 499-A)
Date First Provided Telecom Services *
Holding Company Name

Required for LIRE eligibility evaluation. Leave blank if not affiliated.

Principal Office Address

Contact Person

Full Name *
Title
Email *
Phone *

CEO / President / Chairman

Required by USAC for VoIP filers.

Name *
Title

## Revenue Detail

Report actual revenue by category. This maps to Blocks 3-4 of Form 499-A. Enter $0 for categories that don't apply.

Revenue Line | End-User ($) | Wholesale ($)
--- | --- | ---
Total | $0 | $0

## Review & Submit

Review your information and select a service tier.

Select Service Tier *

499-A Filing Only — $499

Classification + single annual filing

$499

499-A + 499-Q Annual — $799

Annual filing + 4 quarterly filings

$799

Full Compliance Annual — $1,499/yr

499-A + 499-Q + CPNI cert + RMD recert + compliance calendar

$1,499
I understand that Performance West Inc. provides compliance filing services only. Performance West is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. I acknowledge that I am responsible for the accuracy of the revenue and business data provided. *

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