ccTLD

.va domain information

The .va TLD is specifically designed for the Vatican and its associated entities, promoting their online presence.

DNSSEC Support: Yes IDN Support: No Updated: 2026-05-28

Introduction

The .va domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for the Vatican City State, managed by the Holy See. It is exclusively available to organizations and individuals connected to the Vatican, fostering a unique online identity for its institutions. The TLD supports DNSSEC for enhanced security and has specific registration rules that ensure domain names reflect the Vatican's mission and values. With a range of registration periods available, the .va domain serves as a vital tool for promoting the Vatican's presence on the internet.

Target market

This TLD is primarily intended for entities associated with the Holy See and Vatican City State.

Restrictions

Only organizations and individuals connected to the Vatican can register.

Intended use

The .va domain is designated for use by the Vatican and its associated institutions. It serves to promote the online presence of the Holy See.

Registration rules

• Registrants must be associated with the Vatican.
• Domain names must be between 3 and 63 characters long.
• Only alphanumeric characters and hyphens are allowed.
• Certain names may be reserved by the registry.

Renewal policy

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Transfer policy

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Dispute resolution policy

UDRP

Typical users

Vatican institutions, religious organizations, affiliated charities

Registry url

https://www.iana.org/domains/root/db/va.html
https://www.register.va
https://www.gandi.net/domain/va

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