NRC Sets Five-Figure Fees for Certain Radioactive-Material Licenses
Published Date: 10/19/2026
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Summary
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission updated fees for certain licenses involving radioactive materials for fiscal year 2026. If you hold or apply for licenses related to human use of byproduct or special nuclear materials, expect new fees based on how many locations you operate. These changes kick in soon and could mean paying between $23,300 and $33,000 depending on your setup.
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NRC sets FY2026 license fees by location count
If you hold or apply for an NRC license under parts 30, 35, 40, or 70 for human use of byproduct material, source material, or special nuclear material, your fee depends on how many locations you operate. Licenses with 1–5 locations are listed at $23,300 and licenses with 6–20 locations are listed at $33,000. The rule text explicitly excludes licenses for sealed sources contained in teletherapy devices and includes possession/use of source material for shielding when authorized on the same license.
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