.cy registration
.cy is the country-code domain for Cyprus, suited to individuals, companies, and organizations that want a clear connection with the Cypriot market or audience. Applicants may be based in any country, but the registry requires identifying details and limits registrations to one .cy domain per individual and ten per organization. Individuals must provide an ID card or passport number together with their date of birth, formatted as DD-MM-YYYY. Legal entities must provide their official company registration number. The registry may request supporting documents to verify the holder and compliance with its rules, so processing time can vary with the paperwork. .cy names are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and must contain between 3 and 63 characters. Additional holder information may be collected during the application. A change of holder is currently not supported, so registrant details should be checked carefully before the request is submitted. To transfer an existing .cy domain to host.yt, ask the current registrar to replace the domain contacts with the contact details supplied during the transfer process. If you manage the name directly at the registry, you can make that update yourself. The transfer leaves the existing expiration date unchanged.
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Specifications
| Registration | 39.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 39.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 39.99 EUR |
| Restore | 39.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 39.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .cy domain extension stand for?
cy is the country-code domain extension associated with Cyprus. It gives a web address a clear Cypriot identity, making it particularly relevant for local businesses, services, organizations, publications, and individuals addressing people in Cyprus.
Who can register a .cy domain?
Individuals and legal entities from any country can apply for a .cy domain. Each individual may register one domain, while each organization may register up to ten. Every applicant must provide the identifying information required for their legal form.
What restrictions and documents apply to .cy registration?
Individuals must supply an ID card or passport number and a date of birth in DD-MM-YYYY format. Legal entities must supply their registration number. The registry may also request supporting documentation. Names must contain 3–63 characters and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Is .cy a good choice, and what projects is it suited to?
cy is a practical choice for projects with a meaningful connection to Cyprus. It suits local companies, professional services, community organizations, publications, campaigns, and personal sites whose primary users, activities, or subject matter are Cypriot.
When does .cy make more sense than .com?
cy makes more sense when establishing a specifically Cypriot identity is more important than appearing globally neutral. .com offers broader international familiarity, while .cy communicates local relevance more directly. The registration limits and identity requirements make .cy less flexible for large domain portfolios.
How quickly is a .cy domain registered, and how long does it last?
Registration time varies because applications depend on paperwork processing, and the registry may request documents before approval. Once registered, the domain remains active until its recorded expiration date and can be renewed. Transferring it does not reset, shorten, or extend that date.
How do I transfer a .cy domain to host.yt?
Ask your current registrar to change the domain contacts to the details provided by host.yt during the transfer process. If you manage the domain directly through the registry, you can update those contacts yourself. The domain keeps its existing expiration date after the transfer.