# FCC Form 499-A Filing Support

Accurate 499-A filings to keep your telecom contributions compliant and avoid FCC penalties

$799 — Per Annual Filing Turnaround: 5-7 business days

Every telecommunications carrier and VoIP provider in the United States is required to file FCC Form 499-A annually, reporting revenue used to calculate Universal Service Fund (USF), Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS), and other regulatory contributions. Filing errors can result in contribution shortfalls, FCC enforcement actions, and penalties. Performance West prepares and files your FCC Form 499-A with precision. We analyze your revenue categories, apply the correct contributor classification, and ensure your filing is submitted on time. Our process includes a review of prior-year filings to identify and correct any historical discrepancies.

## Risk if non-compliant

Failure to file or inaccurate filings can result in FCC enforcement action, penalties up to $100,000 per violation per day, and potential loss of operating authority.

## Potential penalties

- ⚠ FCC monetary forfeitures up to $100,000 per violation
- ⚠ Back-payment of underpaid contributions with interest
- ⚠ Potential suspension of operating authority
- ⚠ Referral to DOJ for collection

## What we deliver

- ✓ Analyze revenue by category and service type
- ✓ Determine correct contributor classification
- ✓ Prepare and submit Form 499-A to USAC
- ✓ Review prior-year filings for discrepancies
- ✓ Handle USAC correspondence and audits
- ✓ Provide ongoing filing reminders and tracking

## Frequently asked questions

### Who needs to file FCC Form 499-A?

All interstate and international telecommunications carriers, IP-enabled service providers, and certain VoIP providers must file annually with USAC.

### When is the 499-A due?

The FCC Form 499-A is due annually on April 1st, reporting the prior year's revenue.

### What if I've never filed?

We can help you get current, including filing for prior years if needed. Contact us for a custom assessment.

### Do you handle 499-Q filings too?

Yes, we can prepare quarterly FCC Form 499-Q filings as well. Ask about our annual filing package.

## Service tiers

499-A Only

$499

Revenue analysis + single annual filing

Most Popular

499-A + 499-Q

$799

Annual + 4 quarterly filings

Full Compliance

$1,499/yr

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

## Ready to get started?

Our questionnaire classifies your business, checks de minimis and LIRE eligibility, and collects everything we need to file.

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