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.dubai Domain

.dubai is the geographic gTLD for the Emirate of Dubai, delegated in 2016 and managed by the Dubai eGovernment Department. It requires being a government entity or an organization registered in Dubai or its free zones.

2016 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Yes Registration restrictions

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About the .DUBAI domain

What is the .DUBAI domain?

The .dubai is the geographic generic top-level domain (gTLD) for the Emirate of Dubai, delegated to the root zone on January 5, 2016, and managed by the Dubai eGovernment Department (DEG).

Registration is restricted to two applicant categories: entities affiliated with the Government of the Emirate of Dubai, which can register domain names related to their executive functions, providing the contact details of the entity's legal representative; and organizations formally registered in Dubai or any of its free zones, which must provide their registration number as listed in the database of registered organizations of the Dubai Department of Economic Development, and request a domain name matching or substantially related to their company name or the service they provide. The DEG also maintains an active list of words that cannot be registered under this extension, as part of its name-protection policy.
Registration restrictions

Registration is restricted to two types of applicants: entities affiliated with the Government of the Emirate of Dubai, which can register names related to their executive functions by providing the contact details of the entity's legal representative; and organizations registered in Dubai or any of its free zones, which must provide their registration number from the Dubai Department of Economic Development's database of registered organizations and request a name matching or substantially related to their company name or service. The DEG also maintains a list of reserved words that cannot be registered. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.

Extension .DUBAI
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2016
Registry Dubai eGovernment Department (formerly Dubai Smart Government Department)
Restrictions Yes
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .DUBAI

Who is the .DUBAI domain for?

These are the most common situations where .DUBAI is the ideal extension.

Entities affiliated with the Government of Dubai

The most direct use: bodies registering names tied to their executive functions.

Organizations registered in Dubai or its free zones

Companies proving their registration number with the Department of Economic Development.

Projects promoting the emirate

Tourism, investment, and initiatives tied to Dubai's digital identity.

.DUBAI vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .DUBAI with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.dubai This page Government of Dubai or organizations registered in the emirate Government tie or DED registration number Inquire
.ae Projects targeting the United Arab Emirates Verification per the .ae registry policy Inquire

Registration process

How to register your .DUBAI domain at miHosting

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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.

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Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

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Your domain is live

Within minutes your .DUBAI domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .DUBAI domain

Can I register a .dubai without a company in the emirate?

No, unless you are an entity affiliated with the Dubai Government; everyone else must prove business registration in Dubai or its free zones.

What name can I register as a company?

One matching or substantially related to your company name or activity.

What documentation does a government entity need?

The contact details of its legal representative.

Who manages the .dubai domain?

The Dubai eGovernment Department (DEG). It was delegated to the root zone on January 5, 2016.

How much does a .dubai domain cost?

Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.

Can I register my .dubai domain with miHosting?

Yes, if you meet either eligibility criterion. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.

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The .dubai domain is the geographic gTLD for the Emirate of Dubai, managed by the Dubai eGovernment Department since 2016. It requires a government tie or business registration in the emirate. Contact our team for the exact requirements and current pricing, and pair it with our professional hosting.