Membership
The smooth running of the Internet depends on the involvement of those who give their input on membership and policy issues. And there are many ways to get involved, online and in person.
Membership Information
Our members can benefit from a wide range of membership services, such as training and Internet analysis tools, that the RIPE NCC provides to help organisations with their technical operations. The RIPE NCC also carries out coordination activities that allow members to discuss issues of common interest online and at events throughout its service region.
Become a Member
If your organisation needs IPv6 address space and AS Numbers, and/or makes assignments to End Users or customers, you should become a RIPE NCC member.
Become a MemberLIR Basics for Members
This page outlines the steps you need to take in order to take advantage of all the services that the RIPE NCC has to offer.
LIR BasicsBilling, Costs and Fees
Find out what costs and fees are associated with being a member.
Billing and FeesRead the Member Update
Get all you need to know of what's happening in the RIPE NCC Member Update.
Read moreJoin the Mailing Lists
The RIPE NCC offers several mailing lists for its members to stay up to date with news and announcements and to discuss topics of interest with other members.
Mailing Lists for MembersAttend a General Meeting
The RIPE NCC holds a General Meeting (GM) twice a year - in spring and in autumn.
General MeetingsUpcoming Events
The RIPE NCC facilitates a range of meetings for different audiences.
Latest news 
Read the monthly RIPE NCC Member Update for August 2025.
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ICANN is seeking public comments on a proposed “Functional Model” for governance of the DNS root server system.
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The call for nominations to fill one seat on the NRO NC is open until 29 September 2025.
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Registration is now open for the RIPE NCC General Meeting (GM) October 2025.
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We are pleased to announce the launch of our new certification exam: Local Internet Registry (LIR) Fundamentals.
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The report summarising community responses on the draft "RIR Governance Document" as part of the process to update ICP-2 has been published.
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