.sy Domain
.sy is the ccTLD of Syria, registered with IANA on February 20, 1996, and managed by NAITS. After years of heavy restrictions due to US sanctions, it has been globally accessible since those sanctions were revoked on July 1, 2025.
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About the .SY domain
What is the .SY domain?
For years, .sy domain registration and associated hosting services were heavily restricted for US-based companies and registrars, due to sanctions from the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), which explicitly prohibited exporting web-hosting services for Syrian commercial entities or domain registration services for the Government of Syria or persons with blocked property. This changed significantly with the Executive Order revoking sanctions on Syria, effective July 1, 2025, which opened .sy registration to businesses and individuals worldwide, boosting its international availability and use. However, specific sanctions remain in place on Bashar al-Assad and his associates, human rights abusers, Captagon traffickers, individuals linked to the former regime's proliferation activities, ISIS and Al-Qaeda affiliates, and Iran and its proxies.
For years, .sy domain registration was heavily restricted for US-based registrars and hosting providers due to OFAC sanctions, which explicitly prohibited exporting web-hosting or domain registration services to Syria. Following the revocation of US sanctions on Syria, effective July 1, 2025, .sy registration is now accessible to businesses and individuals worldwide, though specific sanctions remain on certain designated individuals and entities. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.
Uses of .SY
Who is the .SY domain for?
These are the most common situations where .SY is the ideal extension.
Businesses and projects targeting the Syrian market
The most direct use: businesses looking to rebuild their digital presence after the 2025 opening.
International brands, now globally accessible
Following the sanctions revocation, companies from any country can register their .sy.
Reconstruction and international cooperation bodies
Aid and development projects amid the country's recent opening.
Media covering the region
Digital media reporting on Syria's evolution since 2025.
.SY vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .SY with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .sy This page | Any project, except sanctioned individuals or entities | Specific sanctions on designated individuals | Inquire |
| .com | Any project with no sanctions-related restrictions | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .SY 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 .SY domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .SY domain
Can I register a .sy domain today?
Yes, since the revocation of US sanctions on Syria, effective July 1, 2025, registration is globally accessible.
Why was it so hard to register a .sy before?
OFAC sanctions explicitly prohibited US companies from offering hosting or domain registration services for Syria.
Are there still active sanctions related to Syria?
Yes, on Bashar al-Assad and his associates, human rights abusers, Captagon traffickers, and affiliates of groups like ISIS or Al-Qaeda.
Who manages the .sy domain?
The National Authority for Information Technology Services (NAITS). It was registered with IANA on February 20, 1996.
How much does a .sy domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .sy domain with miHosting?
Yes, since registration has been globally accessible since 2025. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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