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What Is a Domain Transfer?
A domain transfer moves your domain registration from one registrar (the company managing your domain) to another. For example, moving from GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Cloudflare to AsiaGB.com.
Transferring only changes who manages your registration — it does not affect your hosting, DNS records, or website availability. Your site stays live throughout the entire process.
✅ Why transfer to AsiaGB? Competitive renewal pricing in Thai Baht, Thai-language support 24/7, DirectAdmin control panel, and twice-monthly automated backups.
Before You Transfer
Verify these conditions before starting a transfer:
| Requirement | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Domain registered ≥ 60 days | ICANN policy prohibits transfers within 60 days of initial registration |
| Not transferred in the last 60 days | ICANN 60-day post-transfer lock applies |
| Domain not expiring within 7 days | Allow ≥15 days for safety |
| WHOIS registrant email is accessible | Approval email is sent to this address |
| WHOIS Privacy temporarily disabled (if needed) | Some registrars require this before releasing EPP code |
Step-by-Step Transfer Process
Log into your current registrar's control panel, find the domain lock setting (sometimes called "Registrar Lock," "Transfer Lock," or "Domain Shield") and disable it.
After unlocking, request the EPP code from your current registrar. It is usually emailed to your registrant email address or displayed in the domain management panel.
Go to billing.in.th, select Domains → Transfer Domain, enter your domain name and EPP code.
ICANN requires that all transfers include at least 1 year of renewal. Pricing varies by TLD.
Check the WHOIS registrant email for a transfer approval request. Click the approval link within the specified timeframe (usually 5–7 days).
After approval, ICANN processes the transfer within 5–7 business days. You will receive a confirmation email once complete.
Getting the EPP Code from Popular Registrars
| Registrar | How to Get the EPP Code |
|---|---|
| GoDaddy | My Products → Domains → Edit → Send Auth Code to Email |
| Namecheap | Domain List → Manage → Sharing & Transfer → Auth Code |
| Cloudflare | Websites → Domain → Transfer → Auth Code |
| Google Domains | Manage → Security → Transfer lock off → Get auth code |
| INET.co.th | Domain Manager → Request Auth Code → Sent via Email |
⚠️ Note: EPP codes typically expire in 7–30 days. Start the transfer immediately after receiving yours.
Timeline & What to Expect
| Stage | Time Required |
|---|---|
| Unlock + get EPP code | Immediate – 24 hours |
| Submit transfer at AsiaGB + payment | 15–30 minutes |
| Approve transfer email | Immediate (if checked promptly) |
| ICANN processes the transfer | 5–7 business days |
| Total | 5–8 business days |
💡 Tip: If you approve immediately and the losing registrar does not contest the transfer, it can complete in as little as 2–3 days.
DNS and Nameservers After Transfer
Domain transfers do not change your nameservers automatically. Your domain continues pointing to your current hosting — your website stays online.
If you also want to move hosting to AsiaGB, update the nameservers after the transfer completes:
- AsiaGB TH nameservers:
ns1.injan-network.comandns2.injan-network.com - Nameserver propagation takes 1–48 hours globally
- During propagation, some visitors may see the old site — this is normal
Common Issues and Fixes
Domain Is Still Locked
Some registrars have multiple lock layers (Registrar Lock + Transfer Lock). Make sure all locks are disabled before requesting the EPP code.
Invalid EPP Code
Request a fresh code from your current registrar — the previous one may have expired. When pasting, ensure there are no leading or trailing spaces.
Did Not Receive Approval Email
Check your spam folder. Verify the registrant email address in WHOIS is correct and accessible. Contact AsiaGB support if still not received.
Domain in Redemption Grace Period
If your domain has already expired and is in the Redemption Period (30–90 days post-expiry), you must redeem it first before transferring. Redemption fees are significantly higher than standard renewal.
Transfer Pricing
All transfers include at least 1 year of renewal per ICANN policy. Fees vary by TLD:
| TLD | Transfer + 1 Year Renewal | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| .com | ~400 THB | Most popular TLD |
| .net | ~450 THB | — |
| .org | ~500 THB | — |
| .co.th | ~800 THB | Requires Thai registration documents |
| .in.th | ~600 THB | — |
| .io | ~2,500 THB | — |
📋 Check current pricing and promotions at billing.in.th
Frequently Asked Questions
🤝 Need help? AsiaGB support can assist with the transfer process in Thai and English. Contact us at asiagb.com/contact.html