When should you choose a .EU domain?
The .EU domain is especially relevant when the European dimension is a key part of the project.
Businesses and brands operating in Europe
Ideal for companies active in multiple European Union countries, pan-European brands, or organizations seeking a neutral and unifying identity.
Institutions, associations, and European projects
Widely used by organizations, associations, collaborative projects, and initiatives funded or supported at the European level, .EU conveys credibility and legitimacy.
Multilingual websites and international audiences
.EU is perfectly suited for websites offering content in multiple languages and targeting a diverse European audience, without being tied to a single country.
The information below outlines the main technical characteristics of the .EU domain, based on registry rules and international DNS standards.
Technical characteristics of the .EU domain
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| TLD name | .EU |
| TLD type | Regional top-level domain (rTLD) |
| Registry | EURid |
| Registration period | 1 to 10 years |
| Grace period | 1 day |
| Redemption period | 40 days |
| Allowed name servers | 1 to 9 |
| IDN support | Yes (Latin, Greek, and Cyrillic alphabets) |
| Domain transfer | Authorization code required; 5-day transfer period |
| Root server updates | Real-time |
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Rules and conditions for registering a .EU domain
The .EU domain is subject to strict eligibility criteria defined by the registry EURid.
Geographic eligibility
The following are eligible to register or renew a .EU domain:
- Citizens of the European Union
- Residents of a European Union member state
- Companies and organizations established within the European Union
Individuals or entities with no connection to the EU are not eligible to register a .EU domain.
Accuracy of WHOIS information
The registrant and associated contacts must:
- provide accurate and complete information
- be reachable (valid email address and phone number)
- keep their details up to date throughout the lifetime of the domain
Failure to meet these requirements may result in domain suspension or deletion.
Reserved names and protected terms
Certain domain names are:
- reserved for European institutions
- protected (geographic names, institutional names, regulated terms)
The registry may refuse or remove a domain that does not comply with these rules.
Suspension and deletion by the registry
The EURid registry reserves the right to:
- suspend a domain
- or permanently delete it
in cases of non-compliance with eligibility criteria or naming rules.
In some cases, no redemption period may apply.
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