As an RIR, the Allocation and Assignment of Internet Number Resources is AfriNIC's core activity. All information related to IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, AS numbers and reverse delegation are registered in the AfriNIC Database and made publicly available through our whois database.

How to request resources

You must be an AfriNIC member to request resources. A new member must submit the appropriate request template (templates can be found here). Please note that AfriNIC policies must be read and understood.

Resource Request 101 (full version)

1. Check your eligibility

2. Register Online via the MyAfriNIC portal.

3. Sign the Service Agreement (RSA)

4. Send the signed RSA by fax or email to new-member[at]afrinic.net .
Original documents should be sent by courier.

5. Copy and fill in the appropriate resource in your mail editor and send it to our IP Analysts

6. Your request will be evaluated. Once approved, an invoice will be issued and the number resources will be released upon payment of the invoice.

For information about billing, please check AfriNIC billing policy.