.nl
The official country extension for the Netherlands. Reach the Dutch market effectively.
Enter a name — the extension .nl is added automatically. Or enter a complete domain with a different extension.
Bring your domain to us — including an additional year of registration, DNS management and Auto-TLS. For .
You get the AuthCode from your current registrar — depending on the extension it is also called AuthInfo, EPP code or authorization code.
The Country Extension for the Netherlands
.nl is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the Netherlands, introduced in 1986. It is managed by SIDN (Stichting Internet Domeinregistratie Nederland).
Registration is open worldwide. There are no restrictions regarding residence or business location, so anyone can register a .nl domain.
With over 6 million registered domains, .nl is one of the largest country extensions worldwide and enjoys high trust in the Dutch market.
At a Glance
- Registry
- SIDN
- Introduced
- 1986
- Registered domains
- ~6.2 million
- Minimum length
- 2 characters
- IDN (special chars)
- Yes
- Restrictions
- None
Who is .nl for?
Dutch businesses, international companies with presence in the Netherlands, e-commerce providers for the Dutch market, and anyone looking to reach customers in the Netherlands.
One of the largest country extensions worldwide by registration numbers.
Benelux and European extensions.
- Dutch focus
- Local trust
- National identity
- Better local SEO
- Internationally neutral
- Globally recognized
- No restrictions
- Broader applicability
No restrictions
Anyone can register a .nl domain, regardless of residence or nationality.
Typical Use Case
An online shop wants to specifically reach Dutch customers. Under shopname.nl, it signals local presence and benefits from higher trust among Dutch buyers.
Stichting Internet Domeinregistratie Nederland manages .nl since 1986, based in Arnhem.
Trade Hub
The Netherlands as an important trade and logistics hub in Europe.
- Global anycast DNS
- SSL certificate included
- No setup fee
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about .nl registration
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A .nl domain costs €11.61 per year. The price applies equally to new registrations and transfers. There is no additional setup fee.
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Anyone can register a .nl domain. There are no restrictions regarding residence, nationality, or business location.
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.nl is suitable for Dutch businesses, international companies with ties to the Netherlands, e-commerce providers for the Dutch market, and anyone looking to reach Dutch customers.
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Registration happens in real-time. Once the domain is confirmed, you can set up DNS records and use the domain immediately.
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A .nl domain signals presence in the Netherlands and builds trust with Dutch customers. It can also improve local search engine rankings.
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Request an auth code from your current provider and enter it during the order process. The transfer takes a few days and costs the regular annual price of €11.61.
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