Last update: 28 July 2026. This list of FAQs will be updated as the program progresses.
- What is the purpose of the Applicant Support Program (ASP)?
- What are some examples of gTLDs and how they are used?
- What qualifies an ASP applicant for support? What are the criteria to qualify?
- What assistance does a qualified supported applicant receive?
- When will I be able to apply for support?
- Can governments apply for/qualify for the ASP?
- What is the New gTLD Program: Next Round evaluation fee?
- Can an applicant apply for support for more than one TLD or application?
- Does ASP support extend to Registry Service Provider (RSP) fees?
- Will ICANN recommend pro-bono (volunteer) service providers?
- Will applicants be required to reveal the TLD string they intend to apply for in their ASP applications?
- How will contention sets be handled for supported applicants?
- Can a supported applicant be acquired after delegation?
- Whom can I contact for more information?
- Where can I learn more about applying for a new gTLD?
- What measures does ICANN plan to take in order to support applicants that may be subject to sanctions?
- Could a supported applicant serve as its own Registry Service Provider (RSP)?
- Can an applicant apply to the ASP under more than one eligible entity type?
- The ASP application asks for a Certificate of Good Standing. How can I know what the equivalent of a Certificate of Good Standing is for my country or territory?
- Can I qualify for ASP if I have affiliation with a ccTLD?
- Can existing contracted parties sign up to provide pro bono professional services or mentorship?
- Are there requirements for the time commitment (e.g., number of hours or number of applicants) that a pro bono service provider or mentor must offer?
- Can a pro bono service provider offering professional services also offer mentorship?
- How will pro bono service providers or mentors connect with gTLD applicants?
- Do pro bono service providers or mentors have to provide services to all gTLD applicants that request it?
- What if a pro bono service provider or mentor is asked to help an applicant with their ASP or RSP application, rather than just their gTLD application? Could a pro bono service provider or mentor offer services or guidance to help applicants through their ASP application?
- When will the ASP close?
- Will ICANN consider changing or extending the application close date for ASP?
- What happens when the ASP Application System closes?
- What amount of bid credit am I eligible for if I qualify for support?
- How do I update a Drafted Organization?
- How do I submit an ASP application?
- How do I submit an inquiry in the ASP portal?
- Creating an ICANN Account Profile - 2 Step Process
- What are Less Developed Economies as described in the Eligible Entities category?
- What is a Certificate of Good Standing (CGS)?
- What if the local jurisdiction doesn't offer a Certificate of Good Standing?
- Will the ASP Application Deadline be extended?
- Why isn't the ASP application window extended for longer periods of time?
- Why do I need to have my organization information submitted to qualify for an extension?
- Can ICANN share my application information with other parties?
- How can I check my ASP application status?
- What if I am not receiving a response to my inquiry?
- If I have submitted my organization information recently, will I have time to submit my application before the application submission deadline on 19 December 2025?
- Will a qualified ASP applicant receive a refund on its ASP deposit if it no longer wants to apply for a gTLD?
- Are supported gTLD applicants restricted in what gTLD strings they can apply for?
- In what format(s) can documentation be submitted as a part of my application?
- How can I make a change to my application?
- What Organization contact information needs to be provided as a part of my application?
- What organization contacts need to be provided?
- What does "legal form" mean?
- What's included in the Completeness Check?
- How do I update a drafted application?
- What does it mean to submit an Organization?