ccTLD

.eg domain information

The .eg domain is Egypt's country code top-level domain (ccTLD), introduced in 1990. Managed by TE Data, it is widely used by Egyptian businesses, educational institutions, and government bodies.

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

Introduction

The .eg domain is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Egypt. It is primarily used by Egyptian entities, including businesses, educational institutions, and government organizations. The domain was introduced in 1990 and is managed by TE Data, with sponsorship from the Egyptian Universities Network. The .eg domain supports DNSSEC for enhanced security but does not offer WHOIS privacy protection. Registrations are available for periods ranging from 1 to 10 years, and the domain follows the UDRP for dispute resolution. While the domain does not support internationalized domain names (IDN), it remains a popular choice within Egypt.

Target market

Primarily for entities associated with Egypt.

Restrictions

None

Intended use

For entities connected with Egypt.

Registration rules

Must contain 3-63 characters; can include letters, numbers, and hyphens.

Renewal policy

Domains must be renewed before expiration to maintain ownership.

Transfer policy

Requires authorization code and may involve a transfer fee.

Dispute resolution policy

Follows UDRP (Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy)

Typical users

Egyptian businesses, educational institutions, and government entities.

Registry url

www.egregistry.eg

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