IPv4
IPv4 address space for use on the Internet are distributed through a
system of hierarchically organised Internet Registries. As a Regional
Internet Registry (RIR), the RIPE NCC allocates IPv4 address space
to its members, the so-called "Local Internet Registries" (LIR's).
The LIRs can assign IPv4 address space to end-users, and to their own
network infrastructure. A list
of allocated IP addresses is available via FTP.
Requesting IPv4 address space from the RIPE NCC requires a contractual agreement with the RIPE NCC. This can be either a membership agreement (if you become an LIR) or a Direct End User Assignment Agreement (only for independent resources).
The RIPE NCC service region covers Europe,
the Middle East and parts of Asia.
How to Request IPv4 Address Space
As a member of the RIPE NCC, you have access to the LIR
Portal which provides an easy and secure way to request resources
through a number of wizards. The wizards will help you complete, correct
and submit your requests on-line. You can also send a request by email
to our IP Resource Analysts (IPRAs). Please make sure that your email
contains all the correct information to prevent any delays in processing
requests. Direct Assignment Users do not get access to the LIR Portal; they will have to send their requests by email.
Any organisation within our service region may acquire address space
from an Internet Service Provider or directly from the RIPE NCC. However, organisations that require IP address space directly from the RIPE NCC need to have a contractual agreement with the RIPE NCC. This can be either a membership agreement (if you become an LIR) or a Direct Assignment User Agreement.
It is recommended that only organisations that require large blocks
of address space (2048 or more IPv4 addresses) apply for membership, although
any organisation can apply.
To find out about how to become a member of the RIPE NCC, please visit
this page
If you are interested in becoming a Direct Assignment User, please visit this page.
Help With Your Requests
Beside the Supporting
Notes to the request forms, the RIPE NCC offers the following:
This page has been updated:
5 March 2009
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