.bank Domain
.bank is the gTLD restricted to the financial sector, launched in 2015 and managed by fTLD Registry Services LLC. It requires eligibility verification by Symantec, repeated every year.
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About the .BANK domain
What is the .BANK domain?
Only retail banks, savings associations, credit unions, and their related holding companies can register a .bank domain; certain government regulators of these institutions and some industry associations may also qualify, subject to express approval by the fTLD board. A relevant additional requirement: the requested domain name must match the organization's legal name or its registered trademark, trade name, or service mark. The verification process relies on Symantec, which checks the authenticity of the requesting organization and issues a recommendation to approve or deny to fTLD, which makes the final decision. To ensure only entities meeting the requirements keep the domain, fTLD repeats this verification not only at initial registration, but also annually and whenever relevant registration details change.
Only retail banks, savings associations, credit unions, their related holding companies, certain government regulators, and financial services associations can register, subject to fTLD board approval. The domain name must match the organization's legal name or brand. Eligibility is initially verified by Symantec, with final decisions made by fTLD, and it is re-checked annually and whenever registration details change. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.
Uses of .BANK
Who is the .BANK domain for?
These are the most common situations where .BANK is the ideal extension.
Retail banks and deposit institutions
The most direct use: banks proving their legal name or registered trademark.
Credit unions and savings associations
Cooperative financial institutions meeting the same verification criteria.
Government regulators of the financial sector
Public oversight bodies, subject to specific fTLD board approval.
Reinforced trust and brand security
Mandatory verification reduces the risk of phishing and impersonating domains in the banking sector.
.BANK vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .BANK with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .bank This page | Verified banks, savings associations, and credit unions | Initial and annual verification by Symantec/fTLD | Inquire |
| .com | Any project with no prior verification | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .BANK 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 .BANK domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .BANK domain
Who can register a .bank domain?
Retail banks, savings associations, credit unions, their holding companies, and certain regulators or industry associations, with fTLD approval.
Can the domain name be anything?
No, it must match your organization's legal name or your registered trademark, trade name, or service mark.
How often is verification repeated?
At initial registration, annually, and whenever relevant registration details change.
Who manages the .bank domain?
fTLD Registry Services LLC, established in 2011 by a coalition of financial institutions. The domain launched in 2015.
How much does a .bank domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar, typically higher than generic extensions given the required verification. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .bank domain with miHosting?
Yes, if your organization meets the eligibility requirements. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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