How to Buy APNIC IPv4

Simple guide to purchase APNIC IPv4 and transfer them safely

APNIC IP Transfer Requirements

APNIC manages IP address allocations in the Asia Pacific region. After running out of IPv4 addresses in 2011, companies now acquire them from the secondary market, requiring an APNIC account, a valid business case, and access to reliable sources of clean, unused IPs.

With the help of a knowledgeable team such as ours, the IPv4 transfer process can be smooth and efficient. Our helpful guide shows why top brands trust IPv4 Connect for their APNIC IP address needs. We provide hands-on support throughout the entire transfer process, from start to finish.

Step 1 (1-2 Weeks)

Create an APNIC Online Account

To acquire, manage or buy APNIC IP addresses, you first register for an APNIC online account. APNIC has a 3-step process to create an account and add users to it.

Step 1

Register an APNIC Online Account

Having an APNIC account will allow you to manage different organizations, point of contact (POC) records, ASNs, and APNIC IP addresses. Registration is simple and usually takes around 1-2 weeks.

Step 2

Create a point of contact (POC)

Your personal point of contact record will link to you directly and will allow management of IP address resources and different organizations

Step 3

Create an Organization Identified (Org-ID)

The Org-ID will be tied to your company. This will link directly to your ASN, APNIC IP addresses and POC records.. APNIC may require certificate of good standing in some cases to approve an Org-ID

Create MyAPNIC Account
Step 2 (1-2 Weeks)

Buyer APNIC Pre-Approval

APNIC requires all clients provide a business case demonstrating how you plan to utilize the requested APNIC IP addresses. They have a 48 hour SLA to respond to any request, so we recommend you submit the correct information to avoid delays.

We have provided 3 different approaches that will get you approved:

1

Future IP Address Projections

Provide business case demonstrating usage of at least 50% the requested ARIN IP addresses in 2 years.

APNIC will request quarterly projections with actual numbers and the services the IPs will be used for

2

Current IP Address Utilization

Alternatively, you can demonstrate 75% utilization of the sum of all current ARIN IP address blocks.

APNIC will require a spreadsheet detailing the services the IP’s are used for and the total number of IP’s used

3

Moving From Carrier Assigned IPv4

In some cases, future use or current utilization can’t justify the need. You might need different /24s for security reasons or to run BGP. 

Let APNIC know your need and they should approve

Step 3 (1-5 Days)

IP Contract Review

The IP contract review process has a necessary pre-condition; pre-approval by APNIC. Pre-approvals must be completed prior to moving forward on IPv4 transfers.

Once pre-approval is completed, the next steps involve a review of the IP address block, blacklist report verification, then examining and signing a purchase agreement.

On our side, we will provide a comprehensive blacklist report to guarantee that the IP addresses are entirely free from any blacklists before you proceed with the purchase.

Requirements for a purchase agreement

  • Legal entity name
  • APNIC Account ID
  • APNIC Pre-approval ticket number
  • Details for the person authorized to sign
Step 4 (2-3 Weeks)

Managed IPv4 Transfer

For someone new to the process, purchasing IP addresses can be a daunting experience. That’s why many organizations turn to our comprehensive transfer service and support.

We believe that you deserve a transparent and smooth experience in the APNIC transfer process. Here, we break down the steps of our fully managed IPv4 transfer process. Typically, the transfer takes around 2 to 3 weeks

1-3 days

IP Purchase Agreements


Seller and Buyer sign purchase agreements

1 day

Secure Payment


Buyer makes secure payment via wire or escrow.com

1 day

IPv4 Transfer Tickets


Buyer & Seller submit IPv4 transfer requests

5-10 days

Seller Support Documents

In this stage, the IPv4 seller provides additional details, signs APNIC documents, and pays any applicable fees.

2-3 days

APNIC Verification


APNIC & reviews the IPv4 transfer request

1-2 days

Buyer Verification


APNIC ensures buyer has proper business justification. From here, the buyer is required to pay any applicable fees.

See APNIC Fee Schedule

1 day

APNIC Approves Request

APNIC Approves and whois updates with buyers information.

Funds Released to Seller

Funds released to seller, transfer can take 1-3 days

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