.wales domain — the extension for Wales in English
.wales is the extension for Welsh businesses, Welsh culture and tourism and any initiative with a Welsh identity, in its English-language version.
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About the .WALES domain
What is the .WALES domain?
Uses of .WALES
Who is the .WALES domain for?
These are the most common situations where .WALES is the ideal extension.
Welsh businesses with international reach
Businesses based in Wales wanting a domain internationally recognisable in English.
Tourism in Wales
Travel agencies, Welsh castle tours and experiences in the national parks of Wales.
Welsh culture and institutions
Cultural institutions, festivals and Welsh culture promotion projects for international audiences.
Universities and education
Welsh universities and educational centres with international reach.
Welsh community abroad
Associations of Welsh people abroad communicating primarily in English.
Welsh sport and rugby
Sports clubs and projects linked to rugby, a sport of great tradition in Wales.
Real examples
Well-known websites with .WALES domain
.WALES vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .WALES with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .wales This page | Wales (in English) | No restrictions | $18.99/year |
| .cymru | Wales (in Welsh) | None | $18.99/year |
| .scot | Scotland and Scottish culture | None | $34.99/year |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .WALES 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 .WALES domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .WALES domain
Does .wales have fixed registration and renewal pricing?
Yes. .wales maintains the same price of $18.99/year for both initial registration and renewals.
What is the difference between .wales and .cymru?
.wales uses the English name for Wales — more internationally recognisable. .cymru uses the Welsh name — with greater cultural and linguistic authenticity. Both are managed by Nominet and many organisations register both.
Are visit.wales or discover.wales good domains for tourism?
Yes. visit.wales and discover.wales are direct English combinations for travel agencies or information portals aimed at international visitors.
Do I need a connection to Wales to register .wales?
No. .wales has no registration restrictions — anyone or any company can register it, whether or not they have a connection to Wales.
Does .wales rank well in Google for international searches about Wales?
Google treats .wales like any gTLD. For international SEO about Wales, English-language content and tourism or cultural relevance are the determining factors.
Can I transfer my .wales domain to miHosting?
Yes. The transfer has no additional cost. You need the authorisation code (Auth Code) from your current registrar. The process takes 5 to 7 business days.
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