Not available to individuals with no formal activityRequires BOTH a company AND a registered trademark in Macau, matchingRegistration valid for 3 years, renewable in equal periods

.mo Domain (.com.mo)

.mo is the ccTLD of Macau, registered with IANA on September 17, 1992, and managed by MONIC. It is not available to individuals: it requires a registered company and a local trademark in Macau, with the domain exactly matching both.

1992 Year created
ccTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Yes Registration restrictions

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About the .MO domain

What is the .MO domain?

.mo is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) of Macau, registered with IANA on September 17, 1992, and managed by the Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) through MONIC (Macao Network Information Centre), following a redelegation to the Bureau of Telecommunications Regulation (DSRT) documented in 2012.

It is one of the most restricted-eligibility extensions in the system: only legal entities, commercial entrepreneurs, or self-employed persons formally registered in the Macao Special Administrative Region can apply for a .mo or .com.mo domain — individuals with no formal activity cannot register. Both a local company and a trademark registered in Macau are required, and the requested domain name must exactly match the company name or the trademark (for example, a company called ABC could opt for ABC.com.mo or similar variants directly tied to its registered name). The domain's nameserver must be located in Macau and provide continuous service, and the administrative contact must be a full member of the applicant organization. Registration is valid for 3 years, renewable in equal periods, and the full registration process takes approximately 30 days.
Registration restrictions

Registration is reserved exclusively for legal entities, commercial entrepreneurs, or self-employed persons registered in the Macao SAR: registration in the name of individuals with no formal activity is not allowed. Both a local company and a Macau-registered trademark are required, and the domain name must exactly match the company name or the trademark. The nameserver must be located in Macau. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.

Extension .MO
IANA type ccTLD
Created in 1992
Registry Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT), through MONIC (Macao Network Information Centre); redelegated to the Bureau of Telecommunications Regulation (DSRT) in 2012
Country / territory Macau
Restrictions Yes
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .MO

Who is the .MO domain for?

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

Companies registered in Macau with a matching trademark

The only real use: businesses with a registered local company and trademark, exactly matching the domain.

Gambling and entertainment sector

Macau is the world's largest gambling center, far ahead of Las Vegas in revenue.

Luxury tourism and hospitality

A leading destination for high-end tourism in Asia.

.MO vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

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

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.com.mo Companies registered in Macau with a matching trademark Local company + registered trademark, both matching the domain Check price
.com Any project, including individuals None $14.99/year

Registration process

How to register your .MO domain at miHosting

01

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.

02

Complete registration

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

03

Your domain is live

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

Frequently asked questions about the .MO domain

Can an individual with no company register a .mo domain?

No. Registration is reserved exclusively for legal entities, commercial entrepreneurs, or self-employed persons formally registered in Macau.

What do I need to register a .com.mo domain?

A local company and a trademark registered in Macau, with the domain name exactly matching both.

Where must my .mo domain's nameserver be located?

It must be located in Macau and provide continuous service.

How long does a .mo domain registration last?

It is valid for 3 years, renewable in equal periods.

Who manages the .mo domain?

The Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT), through MONIC. It was registered with IANA on September 17, 1992.

Can I register my .mo domain with miHosting?

Yes, if you meet the local company and trademark requirements in Macau. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price.

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The .mo domain is the ccTLD of Macau, registered with IANA on September 17, 1992, and managed by MONIC. Not available to individuals: it requires a company AND a registered trademark in Macau, both matching the domain, with a 3-year registration. Check with our team for the exact requirements and the current price, and pair it with our professional hosting.