Critical Infrastructure - FAQs
- What is critical infrastructure?
- Does APNIC make assignments to critical infrastructure
- Are Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) critical infrastructure?
- What size assignments does APNIC make for critical infrastructure?
- How can I apply for a critical infrastructure assignment?
- Are there any fees for this?
- Where is this policy documented?
What is critical infrastructure?
| Domain registry infrastructure |
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| Address Registry infrastructure |
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Assignments to critical infrastructure are available only to the actual network operators of the network infrastructure performing such functions. Registrar organizations that do not actually host the network housing the registry infrastructure will not be eligible for an assignment.
Does APNIC make assignments to critical infrastructure?
Yes.
APNIC has critical infrastructure policies for IPv4 and IPv6 address space.
Are Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) critical infrastructure?
IXPs are not included under this definition. However, IXPs are eligible for assignments under separate policies.
- Refer to our IXP address assignment FAQs for more information
What size assignments does APNIC make for critical infrastructure?
The assignment sizes are:
- minimum /24 of IPv4
- maximum /32 of IPv6 per operator.
How can I apply for a critical infrastructure assignment?
If you believe that your organization qualifies for a critical infrastructure assignment from APNIC, you can make an application using the APNIC Internet number resource application.
Are there any fees for this?
APNIC's normal fee schedule applies.
Where is this policy documented?
IPv4
- the policy is documented in Policies for IPv4 address space management in the Asia Pacific region
- the policy is documented in IPv6 address allocation and assignment policy