.vu registration
.vu is the country-code domain extension for Vanuatu. It suits local businesses, public-facing services, community initiatives, tourism projects, and anyone building a clear connection with the country. Registration follows a straightforward process, without a special registry procedure or documentary requirements. Each label may contain between 1 and 63 characters. Available .vu names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so a successful search does not reserve a domain until the registration is completed. A short name can work well for a Vanuatu-focused brand, campaign, publication, or service, while a descriptive name can make the project’s local purpose immediately clear. host.yt lets you check availability and submit the registration from one place. To transfer an existing .vu domain to host.yt, first remove any transfer lock or protection at the current registrar and request the domain’s authorization code. Submit that code with the transfer order. Completion may take several days, and one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date once the transfer finishes. For a change of holder, contact host.yt for the applicable procedure. After registration or transfer, supported management options include DNS changes, DNSSEC records, renewal settings, registrar locking, contact updates, and web or email forwarding.
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Specifications
| Registration | 61.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 61.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 61.99 EUR |
| Restore | 61.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 61.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .vu extension stand for?
vu is the country-code domain extension assigned to Vanuatu. It gives a website a direct geographic association with the country and can help visitors recognize a Vanuatu-based business, organization, service, publication, or community project before they open the site.
Who can register a .vu domain?
vu registration is open and does not involve a special eligibility procedure. Individuals, companies, organizations, and project owners may apply for an available name. Domains are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so completing registration promptly matters when a name is available.
Are documents or special restrictions required to register .vu?
The registry procedure does not require a special application or supporting documents for a standard .vu registration. The requested label must be between 1 and 63 characters, and the domain must still be available when the registration request is processed.
Is .vu a good choice, and what projects suit it?
vu is a practical choice for projects with a meaningful Vanuatu connection. It fits local companies, tourism services, cultural initiatives, regional information sites, community groups, and campaigns aimed at people in Vanuatu. Its value comes from that clear geographic signal.
When does .vu make more sense than .com?
vu makes more sense when Vanuatu is central to the project and geographic identity matters more than broad international familiarity. .com is more widely recognized worldwide, but it communicates no specific location. Choose .vu for local relevance; choose .com for a primarily global, location-neutral presence.
How quickly is .vu registered, and how long does it last?
There is no special registration procedure for .vu, and available names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Processing begins after the order is submitted, although completion time can vary. Check the term and renewal date displayed in your host.yt order details before confirming the purchase.
How do I transfer a .vu domain to host.yt?
Disable the domain’s transfer lock or other transfer protection at your current registrar, then obtain its authorization code. Provide that code when ordering the transfer to host.yt. The process may take several days. When completed, one year is added to the domain’s current expiry date.