# .भारत (.xn--h2brj9c) This article describes the procedures and requirements of .भारत (.xn--h2brj9c) domain names. Click on the subject below to open the dropdown for more information.
Registration Successful domain registration via [RCP](https://rcp.openprovider.eu/web/action/index#/domain/register) or [API](https://doc.openprovider.eu/API_Module_Domain_createDomainRequest) requires: - two or more nameservers or a nameserver group - registrant [e-mail address verification](https://openprovider.help/books/domains/page/registrant-email-verification-icann-contact-validation) applies KYC requirements for .भारत The registry for .भारत, NIXI has introduced know your customer requirements for .भारत domain name registrations. Registrants must upon registration the accuracy of their registration data by providing either a copy of their Aadhaar, passport, PAN card or drivers license (for Indian citizens/residents) or passport or national ID card for international registrants, and by confirming the data on a special website of the registry. This documentation must be maintained by the reseller for the duration of the registration and provided to KS upon request. Failure to collect this data may result in the deletion of all affected domain names or the suspension of the right to register and/or renew .भारत domain names through our service. The introduction of this policy by the registry also means that the earlier policy limiting the number of domains a registrant can hold is no longer active.
Transfer Successful domain transfer via [RCP](https://rcp.openprovider.eu/web/action/index#/domain/transfer) or [API](https://doc.openprovider.eu/API_Module_Domain_transferDomainRequest) requires: - authorisation code - two or more nameservers or a nameserver group
**Authorization code required**yes
**Method of confirmation**authcode,email
**Registration period after transfer**[extends](https://openprovider.help/books/domains/page/expiration-date-after-successful-domain-transfer)
**Average transfer time**Max. 6 days
**Advanced and simple transfers available**Contact our [Sales department](mailto:sales@openprovider.com) to check if easy transfer of 100 or more .xn--h2brj9c domains is available.
Update ### Owner change (trade) - requested as a normal domain update via RCP or [API](https://doc.openprovider.eu/API_Module_Domain_modifyDomainRequest) - processed realtime - both previous and new registrant will receive an e-mail. This is a notification only, no action is required. ### Other update - requested via RCP or [API](https://doc.openprovider.eu/API_Module_Domain_modifyDomainRequest) - processed realtime
Deletion / Restore ### Delete **Explicit delete** - Requested via RCP or [API](https://doc.openprovider.eu/API_Module_Domain_deleteDomainRequest) - processed realtime - will directly result in quarantine (redemption period) (**no** soft quarantine applies) **Expiration** In case the domain expires (not renewed in time); - will not be deleted directly at the registry - will lead to [*soft quarantine,*](https://openprovider.help/books/domains/page/soft-quarantine) followed by regular quarantine ### Restore / reactivate - restore / reactivation supported via [RCP](https://rcp.openprovider.eu/domain/queue-restore.php) or [API](https://doc.openprovider.eu/API_Module_Domain_restoreDomainRequest) - quarantine periods can be found under **Detailed extension information > Technical information > Quarantine period**
Detailed extension information
**Registry**- Registry: [https://www.registry.in/](https://www.registry.in/) - Registry whois: - Registry web based whois: [https://www.registry.in/whois](https://www.registry.in/whois) - Registry zonefile updates: Realtime
**Technical information**- DNSSEC support: yes - Minimum length: 3 characters - Maximum length: 63 characters - Registration period: 1-10 years - Renewal date offset: 0 days *The number of days before the registry's expiration date, that Openprovider requires the domain to be renewed or expired. [More info](https://openprovider.help/books/quick-start/page/renewal-policies-in-openprovider). Note that the dates as shown in your Openprovider account are always leading, even if they do not match the renewal date offset mentioned here.* - Soft quarantine period: 44 days *During this period, following after an expiration, the domain can be restored for free. This period does not apply if the domain is deleted explicitly. [More info](https://openprovider.help/books/domains/page/soft-quarantine).* - Quarantine period: 28 days *During this period, an expired or deleted domain name can be reactivated at an additional fee.*
**Restrictions**- Local presence required? **no** - Does Openprovider provide local presence services? **n/a** - Local activity required? **no** - Correct nameserver configuration required? **no** - The Domain(s) can be registered without further limitations.
**Policies**- https://www.registry.in/policies
**Registration agreement***The registry requires that a registration agreement is in place between the provider and the domain holder. The text of this registration agreement and any required supplements is the following:* - [General registration agreement](https://doc.openprovider.eu/Registration_Agreement)
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