# .eu domain to launch in three weeks' time

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2005/11/16/eu-domain-launch-three-weeks039-time/
- Published: 2005-11-16T00:00:00+00:00
- Author: Howard Lake

.eu Domains – Floodgates to open in 3 Weeks Time

On 7th December 2005, the new .eu top level domain will be launched, starting with
a priority period for existing rights holders. This sunrise period will last for
4 months, following which registration will be made open to the public on 7th April
2006.

Where there is more than one existing rights holder domain name applications will
be dealt with on a first come first served basis. We therefore recommend prompt
action by those interested in the .eu domain.

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The sunrise period will be divided into two two-month phases. Only public bodies
and trademark owners can register in the first two month period. In the second two
month period holders of other rights such as company names, trading names, and titles
of literary and artistic works will be able to register domains.

There are few other restrictions on registering a .eu domain name. One prerequisite
is a close link to the European Community but this should not prove to be a significant
obstacle in most cases. An organisation can satisfy this requirement if it is registered
in, or has its head office in the European Community. Individuals can do so if they
are resident within the European Community.

.eu domain names will be registered initially for one year, following which renewal
will be automatic provided further annual payments are made.

Even those with no rights in a name can take steps now to ensure their place in 
the queue following the end of the sunrise period, by pre-registering their name(
s). This will not guarantee successful registration of the name(s) but does mean
that an application will be submitted as soon as the sunrise period ends with the
aim of gaining priority for the application.

We can advise on and assist with registration of .eu domains. For more information
please contact:

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