No direct registration under .sz: subdomains onlyRequires proof of legal existence in EswatiniManaged by the University of Eswatini since 1993

.sz Domain

.sz is the ccTLD of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), registered with IANA on July 19, 1993. Direct registration is not available: it is only accessible via .co.sz, .ac.sz or .org.sz, requiring proof of legal existence in the country.

1993 Year created
ccTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Yes Registration restrictions

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About the .SZ domain

What is the .SZ domain?

The .sz is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) of Eswatini, the country formerly known as Swaziland (renamed in 2018), registered in the IANA database on July 19, 1993, and managed by the University of Eswatini through its Department of Computer Science, with the registry operated in practice by the Swaziland ISP Association (SISPA).

Unlike most ccTLDs, direct second-level registration under .sz is not available: the only registration route is through the third-level subdomains .co.sz (for commercial entities), .ac.sz (for academic institutions), or .org.sz (for non-profit organizations), while .gov.sz is reserved exclusively for the Government of Eswatini. The process requires proving the requesting organization legally exists within Eswatini's borders, typically through documentation aligned with the country's Companies Act, along with a genuine intention to use the domain regularly on the internet and a guarantee that the name does not infringe third-party intellectual property rights. Names do not support internationalized domain names (IDN), and registration periods range from 1 to 10 years, subject to payment of the annual license fee required by the regulatory Commission.
Registration restrictions

Direct registration under .sz is not available: registration is only possible through the .co.sz (commercial), .ac.sz (academic), or .org.sz (non-profit) subdomains; .gov.sz is reserved for the Government. Applicants must prove the requesting organization legally exists in Eswatini, in line with the country's Companies Act, and must also guarantee the name does not infringe third-party intellectual property rights. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.

Extension .SZ
IANA type ccTLD
Created in 1993
Registry University of Eswatini (Department of Computer Science), with the registry operated by the Swaziland ISP Association (SISPA)
Country / territory Eswatini
Restrictions Yes
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .SZ

Who is the .SZ domain for?

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

Companies incorporated in Eswatini (via .co.sz)

The most direct use: businesses proving their legal existence in the country.

Academic institutions (via .ac.sz)

Educational and research centers recognized in Eswatini.

Non-profit organizations (via .org.sz)

NGOs and third-sector entities active in the country.

Government of Eswatini (via .gov.sz)

Reserved exclusively for government bodies.

.SZ vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

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

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.co.sz Companies with legal existence in Eswatini Documentation aligned with the country's Companies Act Inquire
.com Any project with no local legal presence requirement None $14.99/yr

Registration process

How to register your .SZ 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 .SZ domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .SZ domain

Can I register a .sz domain directly?

No. Registration is only possible through the .co.sz, .ac.sz or .org.sz subdomains.

What do I need to register a .co.sz?

Proof that your organization legally exists in Eswatini, in line with the country's Companies Act.

Who can use the .gov.sz subdomain?

It is reserved exclusively for the Government of Eswatini.

Who manages the .sz domain?

The University of Eswatini, with the registry operated by the Swaziland ISP Association (SISPA). It was registered with IANA on July 19, 1993.

How much does a .sz domain cost?

Pricing varies by registrar, plus the annual license fee. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.

Can I register my .sz domain with miHosting?

Yes, by proving your organization's legal existence in Eswatini. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.

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The .sz domain is the ccTLD of Eswatini, registered with IANA on July 19, 1993. Direct registration is not available: it is only accessible via .co.sz, .ac.sz or .org.sz, with proof of legal existence in the country. Contact our team for the exact requirements and current pricing, and pair it with our professional hosting.