Facing a hurdle in migrating the international zone domain to a new registrar, considering the domain was freshly minted just a week ago. According to the transfer policy, there's a 60-day lock-in period before initiating a registrar swap.

Currently, I'm stuck in limbo, having submitted a transfer request and received a transfer code, but I'm anticipating a potential roadblock or, at the very least, a delay in the transfer process to the new registrar. Has anyone successfully navigated this obstacle and can offer guidance on how to expedite the transfer of a newly registered domain to a different registrar?

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) mandates a 60-day lock-in period for newly registered domains to prevent domain tasting and other forms of domain abuse. This lock-in period is designed to ensure that domain registrants have a legitimate interest in the domain and are not simply trying to exploit the domain registration system.

Now, I know you've already submitted a transfer request and received a transfer code, but you're anticipating a potential delay in the transfer process. In this scenario, I would recommend reaching out to the gaining registrar's support team and explaining your situation. They may be able to provide additional guidance or assistance to help expedite the transfer process.
You may also want to consider contacting the losing registrar's support team to see if they can provide any assistance in releasing the domain from the lock-in period. However, please note that this is not always possible, and the losing registrar may not be willing to intervene in the transfer process.

Another option you could explore is to contact ICANN directly and explain your situation. They may be able to provide additional guidance or assistance in resolving the issue. However, please note that ICANN's role is primarily limited to ensuring compliance with their policies, and they may not be able to intervene in the transfer process.

I would recommend ensuring that all the necessary documentation and information is in order. This includes verifying the domain's WHOIS information, ensuring that the domain is unlocked, and providing the transfer code to the gaining registrar. You should also ensure that the gaining registrar is aware of the 60-day lock-in period and is prepared to handle any potential issues that may arise during the transfer process.

While the 60-day lock-in period can be a major obstacle, it's not insurmountable. By reaching out to the gaining registrar's support team, contacting the losing registrar, and ensuring that all the necessary documentation is in order, you may be able to expedite the transfer process and get your domain transferred to the new registrar as quickly as possible.

The approach varies depending on the specific TLD you're dealing with. Can you clarify which domain you're referring to?

In general, though, the safest route is to fully remove the domain and then go through the re-registration process.

During a contentious domain relinquishment, I encountered a peculiar situation wherein a registrar intiмated that, prior to the expiration of the registration and redemption periods, any transfer or modification would necessitate a judicial decree.

However, post-expiration, an individual attempting to re-register the domain would likely face significant hurdles, as registrar bots aggressively compete to acquire such domains for resale purposes, thereby capitalizing on their potential value through a process known as domain warehousing or domain tasting.