** *Dear all,* * We have been investigating the option of partial online payments made via credit card and we have some good news to report. We expect that we will be able to provide this option in our systems later in March for all members who need it. I realise this comes quite late in the current payment cycle, but we hope it will provide a good option for those who still need it. Members in our service region who are affected by war or natural disasters can request a payment extension. If these members need the partial payments option later in the month, requesting a payment extension will help ensure your membership status remains unaffected. You can apply for an extension using the form at: https://www.ripe.net/participate/forms/apply/payment-extension-form/ <https://www.ripe.net/participate/forms/apply/payment-extension-form/> I’d like to note that when using the partial payments option, the closing procedure will remain valid, and we ask that you pay as soon as possible. https://www.ripe.net/publications/docs/ripe-833/ <https://www.ripe.net/publications/docs/ripe-833/> We will let you know when the new partial payments facility is available. Best regards, Simon Jan Haytink RIPE NCC CFO *