RIPE IPv6 PI Application Guide

IPv6 Provider Independent (PI) space lets your organization hold IPv6 addresses independently of any upstream provider. As a RIPE NCC LIR, GetIPv6 can sponsor your IPv6 PI application.

Note: RIPE NCC no longer assigns new IPv4 PI space (except for IXPs). Only IPv6 PI is available for new applications.

Eligibility & usage

IPv6 PI is for use within your own organization's infrastructure — office networks, SaaS platforms, public Wi-Fi hotspots, point-to-point links, and time-limited purposes such as conferences or research.

It cannot be used for ISP broadband, colocation services, or assigning subnets to other entities.

Prefix size

The default assignment is /48. Larger blocks require documented justification for additional sites or routing requirements.

How to apply

Order RIPE IPv6 PI in our store.
Open a support ticket with the information below.
We review your submission and forward the application to RIPE NCC.
On approval, your IPv6 PI assignment is registered.

Required information

Applicant identity — legal entity (name, registered address, registration number, certificate) or individual (full name, address, ID number, ID copy).
RIPE objects — your org, admin-c, tech-c and mnt-by handles.
Prefix size — confirm what you request (default /48).
Routing reasons — any specific routing requirements.
Addressing plan — intended use per prefix.

Prefix	Period	Purpose
/48	2 years	Site A — office network
/48	2 years	Site B — data center

Processing time

We typically respond within one business day. After submission to RIPE NCC with complete, compliant documentation, approval usually takes 2–7 business days; complex cases may take longer.

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