.eu domain registration: prices and guide

A .eu domain is the perfect choice if you want a European presence or operate in multiple EU countries. In this guide, you'll learn everything about registering a .eu domain, the costs, and what to consider.

What is a .eu domain?

A .eu domain is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the European Union. It's managed by EURid, a non-profit organization based in Belgium. Since 2006, businesses and individuals within the EU can register a .eu domain.

Who can register a .eu domain?

To register a .eu domain, you must meet one of these requirements:

• You are a citizen of an EU member state
• You reside in an EU member state
• You have a business established in the EU
• You are an organization established in the EU

Note: Following Brexit, residents of the United Kingdom can no longer register new .eu domains.

Cost of a .eu domain

Prices for .eu domains vary by registrar. Here are the current prices:

Advantages of a .eu domain

A .eu domain offers several benefits:

• European identity - Show that you're a European business
• Trust - Consumers recognize .eu as reliable
• Availability - Often more names available than with .com or .nl
• Multilingual - Supports special characters (IDN) like ü, ñ, ø
• GDPR-compliant - EURid complies with European privacy legislation

.eu vs other domains

How to register a .eu domain

Registering a .eu domain is simple:

1. Choose a registrar - Select a reliable provider from the table above
2. Check availability - Verify if your desired domain name is available
3. Enter your details - Ensure your address is within the EU
4. Pay - Most registrars activate the domain immediately
5. Configure DNS - Connect the domain to your hosting

Tips for your .eu domain

• Register variants too - Consider adding .nl and .com
• Renew on time - Enable automatic renewal to avoid losing your domain
• WHOIS privacy - Ask your registrar about privacy protection
• Multiple years - Register for 2-3 years for discounts

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to register a .eu domain? With most registrars, your domain is active within minutes.

Can I transfer my .eu domain to another registrar? Yes, after 60 days you can transfer your domain to another provider.

What happens if I no longer live in the EU? You lose the right to your .eu domain. EURid can revoke the domain.

Also check our guides for .nl domains and .be domains.