Presenting an evidence base
for enabling licence-exempt
access to the 6 GHz band (5925-7125 MHz)
WELCOME
Since 2017, the Wi-Fi community has been advocating for access to new mid-band spectrum in support of the latest licence-exempt technologies, applications and services.
The Wi-Fi community strongly supports opening the
6 GHz band (5925-7125 MHz), while ensuring protection to incumbent services, predominantely fixed satellite and fixed services.
Multiple jurisdictions around the world are making all, or part of, the 6 GHz band available on a licence-exempt basis, while others have consultations pending. Standards and certifications are completed, and a variety of licence-exempt 6 GHz equipment is now available on the market.
This resource base has been developed on behalf of the
6 GHz Coalition, which is supported by multiple Wi-Fi ecosystem companies.
It hosts a range of resources, including from global associations The Dynamic Spectrum Alliance and
Wi-Fi Alliance, to support policymakers as they consider how to best enable access to the 6 GHz band
(5925-7125 MHz) to achieve national broadband goals and maximise economic benefits for society.
ENABLING WI-FI IN 6 GHZ

Wi-Fi is critical
for connectivity
An essential part of broadband delivery, there are now over 16 billion Wi-Fi devices in use globally. Wi-Fi enables businesses to get work done and people to get online in urban, suburban and rural areas. A new generation of Wi-Fi / Wi-Fi 6E can enable a raft of new applications bringing both social and economic benefits.

Need for licence-exempt
access to 6 GHz
Companies can harness licence-exempt spectrum to develop new services. The current Wi-Fi bands
(2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) do not provide the contiguous blocks of spectrum for wider channels that will enable Wi-Fi 6E to deliver optimal performance for speed and latency. With appropriate rules Wi-Fi can co-exist with fixed systems and other existing users of 6 GHz spectrum.

Realise the full potential of
the entire 6 GHz band
There is an urgent need to provide licence-exempt access to the full 1200 MHz of the 6 GHz band to meet the ever increasing demands for broadband services and applications. Wi-Fi 6E standards are complete, equipment is on the market and ready to use, plus authorising licence-exempt spectrum in the entire band would benefit mobile offload and backhaul.
GLOBAL PROGRESS TOWARDS
LICENCE-EXEMPT ACCESS TO THE 6 GHZ BAND
In many countries, the entire band (5925-7125 MHz) is now available.
Data correct as of September 2023

Data correct as of September 2023.
Wi-Fi 6E Insights Newsletter
Published by the Wi-Fi Alliance, this newsletter features a comprehensive round up of global regulatory progress towards licence-exempt access to the 6 GHz band.
Download the latest issue here or visit Wi-Fi 6E Insights Newsletter to find past issues.
RESOURCES
Infographics and FAQ
Regionally focused infographics clearly outline the importance of allowing licence-exempt access to the entire 6 GHz band now, as well as explaining how satellite and Wi-Fi can co-exist, harnessing the 6 GHz band to bring broadband to underserved areas.
Reports and Analysis
Shorter Reads explain policy issues and options related to enabling licence-exempt access to the 6 GHz band. Some are summaries of analytical reports. Longer Reads provide a detailed and well researched evidence to support decision making.
Shorter Reads
Longer Reads
Technical Briefings
In-depth analysis of specific technical issues.
Podcasts and Videos
Wi-Fi Alliance: Wi-Fi 6E: Expanding Wi-Fi into
6 GHz Spectrum (English)
Intel Technology: Wi-Fi 6E
Congestion Video Call
Intel Technology: Wi-Fi 6E Congestion Gaming Demo Video
MEDIA RESOURCES
Wi-Fi Facts and Figures
BLOG
The Mobile Slowdown and What it Means for Spectrum Policy
The growth of mobile data traffic is slowing worldwide, calling into question the notion that cellular networks need to be allocated yet more...
Europe’s Top Telcos Turn to Wi-Fi
Europe’s leading telecom operators are relying heavily on Wi-Fi to bring sustainable high-speed connectivity to their customers.
Wi-Fi – the Engine of the Internet Age
New analysis further strengthens the case for making the full 6 GHz band licence-exempt. As Internet traffic rises inexorably, the case for making...
A Critical Time for Connectivity
As they ponder the future of the 6 GHz band, policymakers need a clear view of how we connect today. The coming months could prove pivotal to the...