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from $940 + $840/yr renewal

Pre-pay to reserve a first-day registration attempt. We attempt to register on the first day of broader availability — projected around February–March 2027.

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Frequently asked questions about aop.dot

How should I check premium status before choosing a .PAY name for point-of-sale payments?

A premium .PAY name is a label with an additional registry retail fee set by Amazon Registry Services. Search the exact label at domain.pay to see current premium status and price path: https://domain.pay/domains. Premium status can change the total cost.

How does ICANN's process shape the launch of aop.dot?

ICANN's new-gTLD framework requires phased launches, which is why aop.dot moves through sunrise then general availability. This standardized process protects trademarks first and opens names like aop.dot to the public after. domain.pay positions you for it at https://domain.pay/register.

What are the current .PAY launch dates in 2026 and 2027 when choosing travel.pay?

Current ICANN dates: .PAY Sunrise is April 13–July 20, 2026; LRP1 is July 20, 2026–February 1, 2027; Trademark Claims is February 1–May 2, 2027. For registration or pre-order action, use domain.pay: https://domain.pay/register.

Can aop.dot availability differ by registrar?

No — aop.dot's core status is set by Amazon Registry Services, so it's the same across registrars; what differs is the experience and tools, like domain.pay's first-day pre-order and trademark-priority support. Check aop.dot's registry status at https://domain.pay/domains.

Can I use my own SMD file and pay less for a .PAY submission for loan repayments?

If you already have a valid TMCH-issued SMD file, domain.pay lists the submission-handling path at $100 plus any applicable premium retail fee. Check the current pricing and requirements here: https://domain.pay/pricing. The SMD must match the requested .PAY label.

Availability is checked live and re-verified before payment. Pre-orders are first-day registration attempts — registration is not guaranteed; 100% credit toward another domain (or 80% cash refund) if unsuccessful.