🇰🇿.kz

.kz registration

.kz is Kazakhstan’s country-code domain extension. It suits companies, organizations, services, and online projects that want a clear connection with the Kazakh market. Applicants must accept the registry’s local-hosting rule, and the registry may request additional holder information to confirm identity and compliance with its registration requirements. Available .kz domains are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, without a separate application procedure. Each label may contain from 1 to 63 characters. Accurate holder details are important because they can be checked during registration and may also be needed for later changes to the domain record. To transfer a .kz domain to host.yt, first remove the registrar lock or other transfer protection at the current registrar. You must then obtain the domain’s authorization code and submit it with the transfer request. Processing can take several days, but the domain’s existing expiration date remains unchanged. Changing the registered holder requires authentication by both parties. Validation messages are sent to the current and future holders, and each must complete the required confirmation. If the process is not completed within five days, the request is cancelled. A completed holder change does not alter the domain’s expiration date. Through host.yt, the domain can also be renewed and managed with DNS, DNSSEC records, forwarding, registrar locking, and automatic-renewal settings.

Length 1–63
Premium Yes
IDN Yes
WHOIS privacy Yes
Restricted Yes
DNSSEC Yes
Documents required Yes

Specifications

Pricing
Registration28.99 EUR
Renewal28.99 EUR
Transfer28.99 EUR
Restore28.99 EUR
Change of ownership28.99 EUR

Included with every domain

DNS management
WHOIS privacy
Auto-renewal
Email forwarding
DNSSEC
24/7 support

Frequently asked questions

What does the .kz extension stand for?

kz is the country-code domain extension associated with Kazakhstan. It signals a connection with the country and its market, making it useful for locally focused websites, Kazakh businesses, regional services, and international organizations that maintain a distinct presence for users in Kazakhstan.

Who can register a .kz domain?

A .kz domain may be requested by an applicant who provides the required holder information and accepts the registry’s local-hosting rule. Names are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability and the registry’s verification and compliance checks.

Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .kz?

The holder must agree to the registry’s local-hosting rule. Additional information may also be requested to identify the holder and verify compliance with registration requirements. The exact supporting details depend on the applicant and the registry’s checks, so holder information should be complete and accurate.

Is .kz a good choice, and what projects is it suited to?

kz is a practical choice for websites aimed at Kazakhstan, including local companies, public-facing services, regional campaigns, and country-specific versions of international sites. It gives visitors an immediate geographic signal, provided the project can comply with the registry’s local-hosting requirement.

When does .kz make more sense than .com?

kz makes more sense when Kazakhstan is the primary market and a strong local signal matters. .com is better suited to a broadly international identity and may be more familiar worldwide. A business focused on Kazakh customers gains clearer geographic positioning from .kz, while sacrificing some global neutrality.

How quickly is a .kz domain registered, and how long does it last?

Registration follows a first-come, first-served process and is completed after the registry accepts the submitted holder details and required agreement. The domain remains active for the registration term selected and confirmed during ordering. It must be renewed before expiration to remain registered to its holder.

How do I transfer a .kz domain to host.yt?

Disable the transfer lock or other protection at your current registrar, request the domain’s authorization code, and submit that code with your transfer order at host.yt. The process may take several days. A successful transfer does not change the domain’s existing expiration date.

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