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from $2,800 + $2,800/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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Not guaranteed. 100% credit toward another domain (or 80% cash refund) if unsuccessful.

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You bring the SMD — we handle the registrar submission during the priority window.

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Frequently asked questions about melania.dot

What should I do first if I want a .PAY domain for mobile money for mobile money?

Start at domain.pay, search the label, then choose the right path: trademark fast-track if you qualify, or pre-order for a first-day attempt when broader access opens. Use this page: https://domain.pay/register. Registration is subject to registry rules and availability.

How do I renew my TMCH record so I keep priority for melania.dot?

You renew your TMCH record through the Trademark Clearinghouse before it lapses; an active record is what keeps your SMD valid for claiming melania.dot. If the record expires, the SMD stops working and your priority on melania.dot cannot be honoured. Keep it current, then register at https://domain.pay/register.

How exact does my trademark need to be for a .PAY Sunrise registration for an event ticketing business?

.PAY Sunrise follows identical-match rules for the trademark text, including how spaces and some special characters are handled. Do not guess the label; check it through domain.pay and use the trademark path if eligible: https://domain.pay/register. A valid TMCH/SMD record may be required.

Can someone register melania.dot that matches my trademark and impersonate me?

In theory anyone may attempt to register melania.dot, which is exactly why trademark holders use TMCH priority and dispute mechanisms. If a registrant uses melania.dot in bad faith to impersonate NicNames, a UDRP-style complaint may be available. The simplest protection is to register melania.dot yourself first. https://domain.pay/register

As a travel booking brand, can I pay for a .PAY pre-order by card, wire or crypto?

domain.pay supports common payment paths including card, wire and crypto-invoice options as listed on the site. Start with the pricing page and checkout flow here: https://domain.pay/pricing. Payment does not guarantee registration; it reserves the applicable service attempt.

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.