.aw Domain
.aw is the ccTLD of Aruba, registered with IANA on February 20, 1996, and managed by SETAR, the island's telecommunications operator, through SetarNet. Registration requires the holder to be a person, company, or legal entity registered in Aruba, though foreign applicants can opt for a local representative via a trustee service.
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About the .AW domain
What is the .AW domain?
Unlike many fully open Caribbean ccTLDs, .aw maintains a genuine local-connection requirement: the domain can only be registered in the name of a person carrying out a business activity or profession, a partnership, association, legal entity, or institution registered in Aruba. For foreign applicants without an entity incorporated on the island, it is possible to register the domain through a local representative, typically via a trustee service that acts as the registered holder on behalf of the actual client, at an additional cost over standard registration. The registration period ranges from 1 to 10 years, and only accepts standard Latin characters without accents (no IDN support).
Registration requires the holder to be a person carrying out a business activity or profession, a partnership, association, or legal entity registered in Aruba. If the domain owner is not a company incorporated in Aruba, it can be registered through a local representative, typically via a trustee service at additional cost. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .AW
Who is the .AW domain for?
These are the most common situations where .AW is the ideal extension.
Tourism and hospitality in Aruba
The most direct, geographically coherent use: hotels, resorts, and tourism services on the island.
Businesses and professionals registered in Aruba
Businesses with genuine activity and a legal entity incorporated in the country.
International brands via a local representative
Foreign companies accessing .aw through a trustee representation service.
Retail in the Dutch Caribbean
Businesses with a presence in Aruba and the rest of the Dutch Antilles.
Aruban associations and institutions
Organizations with a locally registered legal entity.
.AW vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .AW with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .aw This page | Entities registered in Aruba or via a local representative | Legal entity in Aruba or trustee | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no local entity requirement | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .AW domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .AW domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .AW domain
Can I register a .aw domain without a company in Aruba?
Yes, through a local representative via a trustee service, though this adds a cost on top of standard registration.
What type of entity can register a .aw domain directly?
A person carrying out a business activity or profession, a partnership, association, legal entity, or institution registered in Aruba.
Who manages the .aw domain?
SETAR N.V., Aruba's main telecommunications operator, through SetarNet. It was registered with IANA on February 20, 1996.
Does .aw support special characters or accents?
No. It only accepts standard Latin characters without accents; it does not support internationalized domain names (IDN).
How much does a .aw domain cost?
The price varies by registrar and whether local representation is needed. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .aw domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability, requirements, and the current price for this extension.
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