The most famous and original “Worked All Zones (WAZ)” can definitely be considered as a classic “must have” for any HAM. Based upon the 40 Zones defined by CQ Magazine a variety of other award is also available from other sponsors.

The International Telecommunications Union (ITU), part lof the United Nations, maintains a different division into zones. This organization dived the glode into 75 zones. Awards are also available for working these zones.

Furthermore, some certificates are based on the Maidenhead Locator system.