.ist registration
.ist is open to individuals, businesses, organisations and community projects without eligibility conditions. It is especially relevant to people and initiatives connected with Istanbul, while remaining available for any lawful purpose. Names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and must contain between 3 and 63 characters. Registration does not require a local address, citizenship or a specific business connection. A suitable .ist name can give an Istanbul-focused service, cultural project, publication, event or personal site a concise geographic identity. Availability remains the deciding factor because eligible names are assigned to the first successful applicant. To transfer an existing .ist domain to host.yt, remove the registrar lock or other transfer protection at the current registrar and request the domain’s authorisation code. Submit that code with the transfer order. Processing can take several days, and one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date when the transfer completes. Changing the registered holder follows a separate authentication procedure. Confirmation emails are sent to both the current holder and the proposed new holder. Both parties must complete validation within five days or the request is cancelled. A holder change does not alter the domain’s expiration date. .ist also supports DNSSEC, privacy preferences, DNS management, forwarding, renewal and restoration operations.
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Specifications
| Registration | 14.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 14.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 14.99 EUR |
| Restore | 14.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 14.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .ist extension stand for?
ist is associated with Istanbul and provides a concise geographic identity for websites connected with the city. It can suit local companies, cultural organisations, events, publications, community initiatives and personal projects. Registration is not limited to Istanbul residents or organisations.
Who can register a .ist domain?
Anyone can register a .ist domain. There are no residency, nationality, organisational or local-presence conditions. Individuals and organisations may apply, and available names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The chosen label must contain between 3 and 63 characters.
Does .ist have registration restrictions or require documents?
ist does not impose eligibility conditions or require applicants to document a connection with Istanbul. Registration is open to everyone. The domain label must be 3 to 63 characters long, and the requested name must still be available when the registration is submitted.
Is .ist a good choice, and what projects does it suit?
ist is a practical choice when an Istanbul connection is central to a project’s identity. It suits local services, tourism resources, events, cultural initiatives, neighbourhood communities and city-focused publications. It can also work as a short, distinctive ending for projects that use “ist” meaningfully.
When does .ist make more sense than .com?
ist makes more sense when communicating a clear Istanbul association matters more than broad global familiarity. It offers stronger geographic context and may support a locally focused name. .com remains more immediately recognised worldwide, so it is usually better for projects seeking a neutral, international identity.
How quickly is a .ist domain registered, and how long does it last?
Registration is handled on a first-come, first-served basis after a valid order is submitted for an available name. The confirmed order records the applicable registration term and expiry date. Renewal is supported, allowing the holder to keep the domain active beyond its current term.
How do I transfer a .ist domain to host.yt?
Disable the transfer lock or other transfer protection with your current registrar, obtain the domain’s authorisation code, and submit it to host.yt with your transfer order. Completion may take several days. Once the transfer finishes, one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date.