Transfer requirements
To ensure compliance with RIPE IPv4 transfer policies, several requirements must be met. First, all transfers must be documented in the RIPE Database. They can be either permanent or non-permanent, depending on the arrangement between the parties involved. The original resource holder remains responsible for the Internet number resource until the transfer to the receiving party is completed. In temporary transfers, responsibility reverts back to the original holder upon resource return. The current resource holder is responsible for adhering to all relevant policies, and the transferred resources must be used in accordance with the respective policy documents. The RIPE NCC updates the registration records to reflect the completion of the transfer.
Transfer restrictions
Scarce resources, such as IPv4 or 16-bit ASNs, have specific transfer restrictions. These resources cannot be transferred for a period of 24 months from the date of receipt by the resource holder, even in cases of organizational changes like mergers or acquisitions. However, subsequent transfers due to further mergers or acquisitions within the 24-month period are allowed. The restrictions do not apply when RIPE Policies mandate the return of resources to the RIPE NCC.
Inter-RIR transfers
Transfers of Internet number resources to or from the RIPE NCC service region are allowed. This includes legacy resources, even though there are no specific rules for legacy resource transfers within the RIPE NCC service region. However, resources are excluded from transfers if RIPE Policies require their return to the RIPE NCC. The applicable RIPE Policies govern the transfer process as long as the resources remain registered within the RIPE NCC service region.
Transferring Internet number resources to the RIPE NCC Service Region
The RIPE NCC accepts all transfers of Internet number resources to its service region, provided they comply with the relevant transfer policies. If transfers originate from RIR service regions that require needs-based policies, recipients must submit a plan to the RIPE NCC outlining the intended use of at least 50% of the transferred resources within five years.
Transferring Internet number resources form the RIPE NCC service region
When transferring Internet number resources to another RIR, the RIPE NCC adheres to the transfer policies applicable within its own service region. Additionally, the RIPE NCC complies with any requirements imposed by the receiving RIR to facilitate the transfer process.
