Transfer requirements depend on the domain's extension and status. Distinguish a provider change from a registrant change or movement between accounts.

Check the domain before requesting transfer

  • Identify the registrant and authorized contact address.
  • Check domain statuses and any locks.
  • Check whether the extension requires an authorization code.
  • Preserve DNS and associated services before the transition.

For relevant generic extensions

Locks following registration, a recent transfer or a registrant change may prevent transfer, including a 60-day lock in some situations. Confirm how these rules apply to your domain.

Expiration alone is not a universal transfer prohibition. A deleted domain or one in redemption may require restoration first. Ask the provider to confirm its status and available actions.

For .ma and country-code extensions

Follow the relevant registry's procedure. Forms and requirements can differ from ICANN rules for generic extensions. Changing the registrant is not simply unlocking the domain.

Prepare the CAP CONNECT request

Provide support with the domain, extension and requested transfer type. Transferring registration does not automatically move the website, files or emails.

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Sources accessed on October 11, 2026.