| Fees (USD) | .brand | .generic | .geographic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fees | |||
| Instra gTLD Application Fee + | $25-$75,000 (1)(2) | $35-$100,000 (2) | $35-$100,000 (2) |
| Instra Registry Fee OR | Free | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| ICANN Statutory Application Fee + | $185,000 | $185,000 | $185,000 |
| Annual Registry Fees | |||
| Instra Registry Global DNS Solution + | $15-$25,000 (3) | $35,000 (3) | $35,000 (3) |
| ICANN gTLD Annual Maintenance Fee | $24,000 | $24,000 | $24,000 |
| ICANN Second Level Domain names registered (3) | $0.25 per SLD | $0.25 per SLD | $0.25 per SLD |
| ICANN Dispute Fees (5) | |||
| Dispute Filing | $5,000 | ||
| Dispute Panel | $2,000 | ||
| Rapid Dispute Panel(1 member per hour) | $32,000 | ||
| Rapid Dispute Panel(3 member per hour) | $77,000 | ||
| Legal Fees | $10,000 | ||
- Standard completion fees for a simple .brand application. Dependent on complexity, higher base fees will be applicable and our hourly consulting fees will apply for additional work. ICANN fees are still applicable and other terms and conditions may apply. Contact us for a specific quote.
- This is an estimation of preparation costs to apply for this type of TLD. Depending on applicant's specific requirements and the registry platform we use. This estimated price is subject to change (i.e. if the TLD is used as a registry, this could significantly increase costs both to apply and ongoing). It is also dependent on the third party registry platform used. After the base fee has been approved, our per hour consulting fees apply for additional work.
- Once your successful application is live on the internet. For a .brand, the first 10 names is $15,000pa, the next 1000 names would be $25,000pa and then $3.50 per name thereafter. For .generic or community gTLD, $35,000 for the first 1000 names and then $3.50 per name thereafter. If using a 3rd party registry a pricing structure will be provided on application.
- This fee only applies where there are 50,000 or more registered names under the TLD.
- ICANN dispute and all other fees may which my apply post filing of the application at their discretion. These will need to be paid in full by the applicant when notified.
Additional fees could apply dependent on your specific application:
- $500 USD per consultant per hour (+ expenses), if your application is non-standard, if it goes to dispute resolution or auction, a registry or more technical in its requirements.
All Instra application fees and projected expenses will need to be paid into our nominated accounted prior to any work being completed. Further projected consultancy work and expenses will be invoiced on a weekly basis. Your account must remain with a positive balance at all times.
Instra Corporation will not be liable for any ICANN fees which will need to be paid when notified.
Please contact us for a specific quote.
Why use Instra?
Register your new .brand TLD with Instra, and pay NO Instra gTLD application fee! This is a unique opportunity to secure your branding online in the new gTLD infrastructure at a fraction of the cost of our competitors but its just the start.
At Instra we have an enviable global reputation giving you peace of mind in the knowledge that we have your best interests covered and are experts at what we do.
- Enjoy the security and ease of the Instra gTLD management and aftercare service
- Expert industry input into completion of the application
- Provision of full technical services for registry operation
- Support addressing any objections to the application or a potential auction requirement
- Assistance with the ICANN contract process once the application is approved
- Preparation for launch in terms of registration policies and technical requirements
- Ongoing support with ICANN compliance issues and policy development
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