.ci Domain
.ci is the ccTLD of Côte d'Ivoire, registered with IANA on February 14, 1995, and formally transferred to ARTCI in 2017. It requires no residency in the country, but the domain name must match the official name of your company, organization, or registered trademark.
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About the .CI domain
What is the .CI domain?
You do not need to be a resident of Côte d'Ivoire to register a .ci domain: registration is not restricted exclusively to residents of the country. However, ARTCI regulations require the requested domain name to match the official name of an applicant's company, organization, or trademark, which may require documentation proving the identity or legal existence of the organization and its connection to the requested name. Registration periods range from 2 to 10 years, with prices typically ranging from $50 to $100 per year.
The domain name must match the official name of the applicant's company, organization, or registered trademark. Residency in Côte d'Ivoire is not required, but this documented correspondence must be proven. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .CI
Who is the .CI domain for?
These are the most common situations where .CI is the ideal extension.
Côte d'Ivoire companies and trademarks
The most direct use: businesses whose domain name matches their trade name or trademark.
International companies with no residency requirement
Companies from any country registering .ci based on their own trademark.
Cocoa and agribusiness sector
Côte d'Ivoire is the world's largest cocoa producer, with strong digital business presence.
Ivorian organizations and institutions
Official entities with administrative activity in the country.
.CI vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .CI with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ci This page | Companies and trademarks matching the domain name | Name must match own company/trademark | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no name-matching requirement | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .CI 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 .CI domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .CI domain
Do I need to be a resident of Côte d'Ivoire to register a .ci domain?
No. Registration is not restricted to residents, but the name must match your company, organization, or trademark.
Can I register any name as a .ci domain?
Not exactly. The name must match the official name of your company, organization, or registered trademark.
Who manages the .ci domain?
The Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications/TIC de Côte d'Ivoire (ARTCI), following a formal transfer in 2017. It was registered with IANA on February 14, 1995.
How much does a .ci domain cost?
Prices typically range from $50 to $100 per year. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .ci domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability, requirements, and the current price for this extension.
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