Domain .al - national domain: Albania

How to register a .al internet domain?

Registration fee

$59,49 / year
Renewal fee

$59,49 / year
Trade fee

$59,49

The domain owner change does not extend its validity.
Transfer fee

free of charge

renewal not included

Domain transfer extends the domain validity by 1 year.
Minimum registration and renewal period

2 years
Restrictions

No

VAT may apply for EU individual customers

.al domain information

The .al domain is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Albania. .al domain was introduced in 1992 and is managed by the Albanian Network Information Center (ANIC). The Albanian domain name space is highly popular with companies and individuals looking to establish a presence in Albania. All registrations are done through our local partner, WebHost Sh.p.k. Albania.

Why should I buy a .al domain name?

Purchasing a .al domain name can have several advantages, especially if you're targeting an audience in Albania or if the .al extension aligns with your brand name or marketing strategy. Here are a few reasons why you might consider buying a .al domain name:

Geographical Targeting. If your business or service is specifically targeted towards an audience in Albania, a .al domain name can help you establish a local presence and make your website more relevant to Albanian users.
Brand Alignment. If your brand name or marketing strategy aligns with the .al extension (for example, if your business name ends in "al"), a .al domain name can be a clever and memorable choice.
Availability. Because .al is a less common domain extension, you may have a better chance of getting the exact domain name you want without having to add extra words or numbers.
Security. The .al domain is managed by the Electronic and Postal Communications Authority in Albania, which has strict regulations to ensure the security and reliability of .al domains.
SEO Benefits. While the primary factor in search engine rankings is the quality of your content, having a geographically relevant domain can potentially help with local search rankings.

It is an attractive option for those who want to target the Albanian market, as well as those who want to register a domain name to protect their brand in the country. The .al domain name is available for registration to individuals and businesses worldwide, although it is restricted to businesses and individuals who are located in Albania.

Information about the .al domain registry

.al - country code top-level domain name (ccTLD): Albania

The available domain TLDs: .al

Registry: Telecommunications Regulatory Entity (TRE)

Website: https://akep.al/en/

Public WHOIS server: none