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ccTLD Redelegation
Step-by-Step Overview
In response to
requests from many parts of the Internet community, especially from
developing countries, ICANN is posting the following high-level
step-by-step overview of the redelegation process. |
This is a high-level overview of the steps
involved in redelegation of a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD).
Each ccTLD and each country present situations that are unique.
Therefore, the circumstances of each redelegation request, including
its urgency and degree to which the request is accepted by all affected
parties, may affect the exact procedures; that is, rarely are two
redelegation situations exactly the same. Complications could arise,
particularly with Step 3, depending upon each particular situation and
the degree to which the request conforms to existing policy. The
purpose of these procedures is to ensure that redelegations occur
according to existing global policies.
This overview, however, gives the basic steps that should be
expected in any redelegation. Please check back regularly for updated
information.
Step 1. The entity seeking redelegation
sends to IANA Root Management <root-mgmt@iana.org>
the template and other information described in Attachment A.
Step 2. The IANA reviews materials and
tests template data:
After sending the confirmation and providing a transaction
number, the IANA reviews the redelegation request and materials
provided under Attachment A and takes
appropriate verification steps. Note that reviewing relevant materials
can take time, depending on each individual case. In cases involving
nameserver changes, the IANA will test all nameservers to ensure they
are properly configured according to the relevant technical documents.
Step 3. The IANA requests confirmation
of the redelegation from existing contacts:
The IANA will request confirmation of the redelegation from
the existing administrative and technical contacts. Assuming such
confirmation, the redelegation process will proceed. If confirmation is
not received for any reason, further consultation will be necessary
that could prolong the redelegation until a satisfactory resolution is
reached.
ICANN's experience suggests that each situation presents
unique problems and challenges. ICANN can assist countries and ccTLDs
in addressing these challenges.
Step 4. The IANA prepares report
for Board consideration:
Following the above steps, the IANA prepares a report
detailing the information provided to support the redelegation, and the
process followed in handling the redelegation request. Where necessary,
the ICANN Board will maintain confidentiality.
Step 5. The IANA issues a report to the
U.S. Department of Commerce and Implements changes once approved:
Once all above steps are completed, an IANA report is
prepared and submitted to the US Department of Commerce. Once approval
is received from the U.S. Department of Commerce, the requested changes
that define the redelegation will be implemented.
Step 6. The new delegee verifies
changes:
After receiving IANA's notification that the changes were
made, it is recommended that the new delegee verify independently that
the changes were made correctly. IANA Root Management <root-mgmt@iana.org> should be
notified of any problems detected, quoting the transaction number.
Attachment
A
The redelegation process begins with the transmittal of
certain information to IANA/ICANN. The necessary information consists
of the following:
a) Template:
The completed template, found at <http://www.iana.org/cctld/cctld-template.txt>
is sent to IANA Root Management <root-mgmt@iana.org>.
The e-mail format must be plain text. Please do not use HTML or RTF
format.
b) Documentation showing that the redelegation serves the
interests of the Local Internet Community:
Documentation describing the basis for the redelegation, and
why it is consistent with the interests of the local Internet
community. This should include demonstration of local support, as well
as a summary of the intended operation of the domain name.
c) Documentation regarding the skills of the organization:
Documentation establishing that the organization to which
the redelegation is sought has the appropriate technical and other
skills to operate a TLD registry.
d) Legal company documents:
Legal documentation demonstrating the legal authenticity,
status, and character of the proposed organization.
e) Government contact:
If not included in the other materials, please provide
documentation indicating that the appropriate Government official(s)
has been informed about the upcoming redelegation.
Notes:
1. These materials can be sent as pdf-files (200 dpi, black
and white), by postal services, or by both.
2. The process will be simplified if materials are submitted
in the English language. Unfortunately, due to the enormous numbers of
languages throughout the world in which respective ccTLDs operate, the
IANA does not have the resources or ability to ensure professional
translations of the relevant documents. Please contact IANA Root
Management <root-mgmt@iana.org>
if there are any questions.
3. Subsequent to receiving the documentation, the contacts and
the requestor will receive a confirmation of receipt with a transaction
number. This transaction number should be used for all future
communications about the transaction.
(19 June 2002)
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