.gw Domain
.gw is the ccTLD of Guinea-Bissau, registered with IANA on February 4, 1997, and redelegated to ARN-TIC in 2014. It requires no local presence, but the domain must match a prior right: the applicant's company name or a registered trademark.
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About the .GW domain
What is the .GW domain?
Registration is open to trademark holders, independent professionals, sole proprietors, and any individual or corporate entity, regardless of nationality or location, with no local presence required. However, a genuine prior right is required: the requested domain name must match the applicant's company name or a registered trademark. If the application is based on a trademark, a copy of the registration certificate is required; if based on a company name, no business certificate needs to be submitted. A notable feature of the extension is its support for special Portuguese characters, such as à, é, or ç. Processing takes about 10 days, and the regulations are strict regarding renewal: late renewal and restoration of the domain after expiration are not allowed.
The domain name must match a prior right, such as a company name or a registered trademark. If based on a trademark, a copy of the registration certificate is required; if based on a company name, no business certificate is needed. No local presence is required. Late renewal and restoration after expiration are not allowed. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .GW
Who is the .GW domain for?
These are the most common situations where .GW is the ideal extension.
Companies and trademarks of Guinea-Bissau
The most direct use: businesses whose domain name matches their trade name or trademark.
International companies with a matching trademark or name
Companies from any country registering .gw based on their own trademark or trade name.
Portuguese-language projects
Support for special characters (à, é, ç) facilitates names faithful to Portuguese spelling.
Agriculture and cashew sector
Guinea-Bissau is one of the world's largest cashew nut producers.
.GW vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .GW with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .gw This page | Any entity with a matching trademark or name | Registered trademark or own company name | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no name-matching requirement | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .GW 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 .GW domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .GW domain
Do I need a presence in Guinea-Bissau to register a .gw domain?
No. Registration is open to any country, with no local presence required.
Can I register any name as a .gw domain?
Not exactly. The name must match a registered trademark or your own company name.
What happens if my .gw domain expires?
Late renewal and restoration of the domain after expiration are not allowed; you must avoid reaching that date.
Does .gw support special Portuguese characters?
Yes, it supports characters such as à, é, or ç, suitable for Portuguese-language names.
Who manages the .gw domain?
The Autoridade Reguladora Nacional - Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação (ARN-TIC), since 2014. It was registered with IANA on February 4, 1997.
Can I register my .gw domain with miHosting?
Yes, if your name matches a trademark or your own company. Contact our team to confirm availability, requirements, and the current price.
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