ARIN in the Caribbean
Introduction
As a Regional Internet Registry, ARIN plays an important role in helping the Caribbean’s efforts to develop a resilient networking environment. ARIN facilitates requests for Internet number resources, promotes development of autonomous networks, and encourages organizations adopting the next generation Internet protocol, IPv6.
With ARIN’s Director of Caribbean Affairs Bevil Wooding at the helm, ARIN has launched several different types of events in the Caribbean so we can serve as a resource for our members and territories in this part of our region. Be on the lookout for ARIN in the Caribbean events in new locations, and be sure to email us if you want us to make a stop near you!
The Caribbean Sector of the ARIN Region
In general, the following countries and geographic areas are considered to be within the Caribbean sector of the ARIN Region.
| Country / Geographical Area | A 2 | A 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Anguilla | AI | AIA |
| Antigua and Barbuda | AG | ATG |
| Bahamas | BS | BHS |
| Barbados | BB | BRB |
| Cayman Islands | KY | CYM |
| Dominica | DM | DMA |
| Grenada | GD | GRD |
| Guadeloupe | GP | GLP |
| Jamaica | JM | JAM |
| Martinique | MQ | MTQ |
| Montserrat | MS | MSR |
| Puerto Rico | PR | PRI |
| Saint Barthelemy | BL | BLM |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | KN | KNA |
| Saint Lucia | LC | LCA |
| Saint Vincent and The Grenadines | VC | VCT |
| Saint Martin | MF | MAF |
| Turks and Caicos Islands | TC | TCA |
| Virgin Islands (British) | VG | VGB |
| Virgin Islands (U.S.) | VI | VIR |
Together, let’s work to make ARIN in the Caribbean better and more connected to our entire community.
Sample ARIN in the Caribbean Agenda
- ARIN’s Mission and Core Functions
- ARIN Technical Services
- Policy Development at ARIN
- ARIN and Caribbean Network Autonomy and Resilience
- IPv4 Services – Waiting List, Transfers, and more
- IPv6 Services – Obtaining Resources, Networking Plans
- Open microphone to answer your questions!
Other topics may be covered depending on the needs and interest of the attendees at that particular event.
Upcoming Events in the Caribbean
| Event | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Connected Caribbean Summit | Saint George’s, Grenada | 2–4 December 2025 |
Recent Posts from the Caribbean
Advancing Caribbean Digital Resilience at CTU ICT Week 2025
The Caribbean Telecommunications Union’s annual regional gathering provided opportunities for ARIN to strengthen relationships and deepen Caribbean ties. Read about our key takeaways.
Networking with Purpose: Reflections on Engineering the Internet's Future
ARIN CTO Mark Kosters reflects on three decades of Internet engineering, sharing how 'networking with purpose' — making decisions guided by shared values of openness, security, and accessibility — shaped the Internet's evolution from academic experiment to global infrastructure. Drawing lessons from the IPv4 runout and Caribbean networking community growth, he calls for engineers to prioritize not just technical feasibility, but the greater good of building tomorrow's Internet.
The State of IPv6 in the Caribbean
In preparation for our participation at CANTO 2025, it's time for our annual update on who’s leading the charge for IPv6 adoption in the Caribbean, featuring new leaders and new lessons emerging from this year’s data.