Participate
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.
Get involved in RIPE
RIPE is a forum open to all parties interested in wide area IP networks. The objective of RIPE is to ensure the administrative and technical coordination necessary to enable the operation of the Internet.
Upcoming Events
The RIPE community carries out much of its work through mailing lists, but face-to-face meetings are equally important. The RIPE NCC facilitates a range of meetings for different audiences.
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. While we have run out of IPv4 addresses, eligible RIPE NCC members can normally request a single /24 allocation via our IPv4 Wai
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
The membership fee is based on the current RIPE NCC Charging Scheme, which was approved by the membership at the RIPE NCC General Meeting.
Billing and FeesMailing 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 MembersGeneral Meetings
The RIPE NCC holds a General Meeting (GM) twice a year - in spring and in autumn. If you are a member, you have the right to attend the GM, vote on resolutions and vote to elect members of the Executive Board.
General MeetingsLatest news 
Latest reports from the RIPE Chair Team now available on RIPE Labs.
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The Annual Report 2023 and Financial Report 2023 are now available.
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The RIPE NCC Executive Board held its 174th meeting on 25 March 2024. The minutes are now available.
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The RIPE NCC is consulting with the RIPE NCC membership on the RIPE NCC Charging Scheme that will be used in 2025.
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The RIPE NCC participated in the ITU Regional Development Forum for the CIS countries
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Read the RIPE NCC Report: Law Enforcement Agency Requests 2023.
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