.im Domain
.im is the ccTLD of the Isle of Man, registered with IANA on September 11, 1996, and managed by the Isle of Man Government. No residency or local company requirements, though some names are blacklisted or reserved.
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About the .IM domain
What is the .IM domain?
Registration is open to people and companies from any country in the world, with no specific residency or local presence requirements, no VAT number, and no administrative contact on the island required. Regulations require the domain name to not infringe third-party rights, including trademarks, or violate the Isle of Man's cultural, religious, or social values. Applications may be rejected if the name appears on the .IM Black List, the Reserved Domain List, or is otherwise deemed profane or undesirable. Names must be between 4 and 32 characters, with no internationalized characters (IDN).
Uses of .IM
Who is the .IM domain for?
These are the most common situations where .IM is the ideal extension.
Business and projects on the Isle of Man
The most direct, geographically coherent use: companies and services with genuine activity on the island.
Unrestricted international projects
Anyone or any company in the world can register .im with no local presence.
Offshore financial services
The Isle of Man is a notable offshore financial center in the Irish Sea.
Online gambling and gaming sector
The island hosts numerous online gambling licenses and tech companies.
.IM vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .IM with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .im This page | Any project, with no significant restrictions | Names not reserved or blacklisted | Check price |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .IM 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 .IM domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .IM domain
Do I need a connection to the Isle of Man to register a .im domain?
No. It is an open extension, with no residency or local company requirements.
Why might my .im domain application be rejected?
If the name appears on the .IM Black List, the Reserved Domain List, or is deemed profane or otherwise undesirable.
Who manages the .im domain?
The Isle of Man Government, with technical infrastructure from Domicilium (IoM) Ltd. It was registered with IANA on September 11, 1996.
How much does a .im domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .im domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.
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