: Is it still possible to apply for new TLD? (top level domain) I did some Googling. https://newgtlds.icann.org/en/program-status/timelines https://newgtlds.icann.org/en/applicants/global-support/faqs/faqs-en

@XinRu657

No, you need to wait for the following Round to submit an application. It is unrealistic to provide a date yet but there are rumors.

When it is possible, the entire domain name press will talk about it and the info will be published on the ICANN website: newgtlds.icann.org/en/. I suggest to subscribe to the gTLD.club Newsletter too.

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@Si4351233

Response from ICANN.

Unfortunately I can not.


Thank you for contacting the ICANN Global Support Center.

The application window for the current round of new gTLDs closed in
2012. At this time, we are still processing applications from this round and dates for the next round have not yet been set.

You can stay informed of the latest program news--including
announcements of future application rounds--by visiting our website,
newgtlds.icann.org. Additionally, you can create a MyICANN
account and initiate personalized up to date notifications and
reminders. To create a MyICANN account, please visit the following
page myicann.org/user/register.

Through the new Generic Top-Level (gTLD) program, any established
public or private organization anywhere in the world can apply to
create and operate a new gTLD registry. Please note, however, that
applying for a new gTLD is not the same as buying a domain name. An
applicant for a new gTLD is, in fact, applying to create and operate a
registry business supporting the Internet's domain name system. This
involves a number of significant responsibilities, as the operator of
a new gTLD is running a piece of visible Internet infrastructure.
Applicants will need to demonstrate the operational, technical and
financial capability to run a registry and comply with additional
specific requirements.

For the current round, the evaluation fee for each new gTLD
application was 5,000 (USD), and additional fees may have been
incurred based on the application path taken.

For detailed information about the application process, including
requirements and fees, see the gTLD Applicant Guidebook:
newgtlds.icann.org/en/applicants/agb. (Note that requirements
and fees are subject to change in future rounds.)

You may also visit the new gTLD Frequently Asked Questions page for
additional information.
newgtlds.icann.org/en/applicants/global-support/faqs/faqs-en
If you like to know more about ICANN, please visit
learn.icann.org. ICANN Learn is an online learning platform
requested by and built for the global ICANN community. Courses cover
the basics of what ICANN does, basic web skills, how to get involved
with ICANN, and more.

We hope this information was of assistance to you, this case will now
be resolved. Please contact us if you have additional questions.

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