Transfer Domain Name

Transferring your existing domains to Melbourne IT is quick and simple.

Why transfer your domain name

Simplify your domain portfolio and keep all your domains together in one account. Manage your domains seamlessly, with 24/7 access to the powerful administration features provided by our customer console. By keeping your domains in one secure location, you avoid the risk of losing track of one or multiple domains, reducing the chance of accidental expiry. With your domains all in the one spot, you’ll also save on management costs.

A trustworthy provider

Melbourne IT is a fully accredited partner of all major domain accreditation authorities and leading industry providers.

Save time and money

Transferring .au domains is completely free, plus future renewals could save you even more money.

Avoid domain expiry

Eliminate the risk of losing your domain name if it expires. Simply renew ownership from the console.

How to transfer domain names

Simple search for the domain you wish to transfer and click 'transfer domain' to get started!

Transfer domain

How long does a domain transfer take?

No matter your hosting, you can switch or transfer your domain without disruption to your existing website, whether on WordPress, Joomla, Drupal or other content management system. Transfers take a maximum of 10 days. .au names usually transfer or switch within 48 hours, whereas top level domains (like .com, .net, .org and .info) generally take 5 – 10 days. Owners or administrators of a large quantity of domain names can transfer them in bulk, making the switching process simple.

Domain name transfer process

.au Domains (.com.au, .net.au, .org.au, .id.au)

.au transfers are actioned once confirmation has been received by Melbourne IT from the authorised contact for the domain
It takes 48 hours for the relevant domain registry to transfer the domain
While the transfer process is free, registrations within the renewal period (90 days to expiry) will require the registration renewal payment to be submitted at the time of transfer.

Top level domains (.com, .net, .org, .info, .biz)

Top level domain transfers take 5–10 days to complete
You may need to contact your current registration provider to remove a registrar lock on your domain before you begin
You may transfer an expired domain to Melbourne IT. However, if the status of the domain is “Redemption Period”, “Pending Delete” or “Expired”, you will not be able to transfer the registration and should contact your current registrar.
Requires a minimum of 1 year renewal upon transfer, which is then added to the end of your registration period.

.nz Domains (.co.nz, .net.nz)

.nz domains must be submitted with the UDAI (Unique Domain Authorisation Indicator)
.nz domains are transferred instantly

.uk Domains (.co.uk, .org.uk)

All .uk domain names require manual processing. If you wish to transfer a .uk domain, please complete the following .uk Domain Transfer Form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is domain name transfer?

A domain name transfer is where there are changes made to the registrar with which your domain name is registered. Changing the registrar with whom your domain name is registered is known as domain name transfer.

Can I transfer my domain name to another registrar?

Yes. To transfer your domain name to another registrant, contact your existing registrar and request a change of registrant. When your registrar gets your confirmation, they will perform the transfer and notify both you and the new registrant when it is complete.

Does it cost me to transfer my domain name?

Yes and no. For example, if you registered your domain in June and transferred to a different registrar in December you would pay the new registrar 1 year’s registration fee. And, your previous registrar would not reimburse you for the remaining months you were not with them.