When to File
Upcoming Deadlines for Forms
FCC Form 499-A and FCC Form 499-Q
| Form Name | Form Due Date* | Revenue Reported | Revision Deadline* |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCC Form 499-Q | November 1, 2022 | 1Q projected 2023 3Q revenue 2022 |
December 16, 2022 |
| FCC Form 499-Q | February 1, 2023 | 2Q projected 2023 4Q revenue 2022 |
March 20, 2023 |
| FCC Form 499-A | April 3, 2023 | Prior year: 2022 January – December |
March 31, 2024 |
| FCC Form 499-Q | May 1, 2023 | 3Q projected 2023 1Q revenue 2023 |
June 15, 2023 |
| FCC Form 499-Q | August 1, 2023 | 4Q projected 2023 2Q revenue 2023 |
September 15, 2023 |
| FCC Form 499-Q | November 1, 2023 | 1Q projected 2024 3Q revenue 2023 |
December 18, 2023 |
* When a form due date falls on a weekend or holiday, the form is due the following business day.
As general guidance for filing the FCC Forms 499-A/Q (Telecommunications Reporting Worksheets):
- Forms must be received by USAC on or before the due date to be considered filed on time.
- Failure to file the FCC Form 499-A or FCC Form 499-Q (if applicable) within 30 days of the due date will result in a late filing fee assessed by USAC.
- The FCC Form 499-A (annual Telecommunications Reporting Worksheet) reports historical revenue.
- There is a one year deadline from the original due date for downward revisions; upward revisions are accepted anytime.
- The FCC Form 499-Q (quarterly Telecommunications Reporting Worksheet) projects the future quarter’s revenue.
- There is a 45-day deadline from the original due date for any revisions.