.cl Domain
.cl is the ccTLD of Chile, registered with IANA on December 15, 1987 — one of the oldest ccTLDs in the world — and managed by NIC Chile, affiliated with the University of Chile. Since December 1, 2013, registration has been open to anyone in the world with no residency requirement.
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About the .CL domain
What is the .CL domain?
Until 2013, foreign applicants had to appoint a local representative in Chile or demonstrate some connection to the country. That requirement was removed when the updated regulations took effect on December 1, 2013: since then, registration has been open to any natural or legal person, domestic or foreign, with no residency or local presence requirement in Chile. All registrants must designate an administrative contact with complete and accurate contact information, though that contact is no longer required to have a Chilean address. Applications are submitted electronically through the mechanisms NIC Chile defines.
Uses of .CL
Who is the .CL domain for?
These are the most common situations where .CL is the ideal extension.
Business and projects in Chile
The most direct, geographically coherent use: companies and services with genuine activity in the country.
International projects (since 2013)
Thanks to the liberalization, anyone or any company in the world can register .cl with no local presence.
Mining and copper sector
Chile is the world's largest copper producer, with strong digital business presence.
Chilean wine industry
Chile is one of the world's leading wine exporters.
E-commerce in the Chilean market
Online stores seeking local brand recognition in one of Latin America's most developed markets.
.CL vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .CL with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .cl This page | Any project, with no restrictions since 2013 | None since Dec. 2013 | Check price |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .CL 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 .CL domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .CL domain
Do I need to be a resident of Chile to register a .cl domain?
No, not since December 1, 2013. Before that date a local representative was required; now anyone in the world can register it.
Who manages the .cl domain?
NIC Chile, a non-profit organization affiliated with the University of Chile. It was registered with IANA on December 15, 1987.
Do I need an administrative contact in Chile?
You must designate an administrative contact, but since 2013 it is no longer required to have a Chilean address.
Why is .cl one of the oldest ccTLDs in the world?
It was registered with IANA in December 1987, barely two years after the very first .com domain in history.
How much does a .cl domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .cl domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.
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