Are Applicant Support Program (ASP) participants eligible for ICANN New gTLD Auction bid credits?

Last Updated: August 2026

Yes. An applicant receiving support through the Applicant Support Program (ASP) will receive a bid credit intended to increase its chances of winning an ICANN New gTLD Auction by providing a discount on the amount otherwise due on a winning bid.

For more information, see:

• Frequently Asked Questions about the Applicant Support Program
• 5.6.5 Bid Credits for Applicant Support Program Applicants in Auctions of the Applicant Guidebook.