IPv4 transfers in the APNIC region
Asia-Pacific transfer rules, and how they connect to the European and North American markets.
APNIC covers the Asia-Pacific region. It is a smaller transfer market than RIPE NCC or ARIN by record count, but an important one, and it permits inter-RIR transfers in both directions.
DCXV brokers IPv4 transfers into and out of the APNIC region, including inter-RIR transfers to and from Europe.
Contact usWhat APNIC requires
- Both parties must be APNIC account holders, or work through one.
- The recipient must demonstrate need for the space under APNIC policy.
- A 5-year holding period applies before transferred space can move again.
- The smallest transferable block is a /24.
- Inter-RIR transfers are permitted where the counterpart registry also allows them.
Inter-RIR transfers with APNIC
APNIC permits transfers to and from other registries that operate compatible policies, which in practice means RIPE NCC and ARIN. Both registries have to approve, and the stricter of the two policies governs.
Moving space out of APNIC into the RIPE region is the more common direction, and is a route worth considering if you hold APNIC space with no operational use for it.
Questions and answers
- Is there a holding period on APNIC transfers?
Yes, 5 years before space received through a transfer can be transferred again. This is longer than the RIPE NCC and ARIN equivalents.
- Can APNIC space move to Europe?
Yes. Inter-RIR transfers between APNIC and RIPE NCC are permitted where both registries approve.
- Do I need an APNIC account?
Both parties need to be APNIC account holders or act through one. We can advise on the route that fits your situation.
- What is the smallest block?
A /24, which is 256 addresses, the same floor as the other registries.
If you require assistance or have additional questions, please contact the managers or write to the support team at support@dcxv.com