What can prevent a domain from being transferred?

What can prevent a domain from being transferred?

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Article 106 (16:31 Apr 19th, 2006)

There are a number of issues which can prevent a domain from being transferred between registrars. One of the most common is when a registrant forgets to unlock the domain ready for transfer.

However, the current registrar of the domain can prevent or refuse to transfer a domain out for a number of other reasons, including:

  • if the domain name is past its expiration date;
  • there is a UDRP request (when there is a dispute over the domain);
  • a Court Order from a court of a recognised jurisdiction;
  • if there is dispute over the identity of the Registrant or Administrative contact;
  • where there is evidence of fraud;
  • if there has been no payment for previous registration period (including charge-backs on a credit card);
  • a written objection to the transfer from the registrant;
  • when the domain is in the first 60 days of an initial registration period; or
  • when the domain is within 60 days after being it's last transfer.

If you have a question about your domain, please contact your current registrar, or Submit a Ticket to our Support Team if it is held with us.