The .com / .net /.org /.info and .biz domains operate on a first come first served bases. Meaning anybody can register any domain using these extensions. The advantage to this is that the domains are very low cost. This also allows for a fully automatic registration process which usually completes within a few minutes.
The .IE domain extension is the official TLD for Ireland. They work on a slightly more regulated policy than other more common domains.
Being regulated results in the .IE domain being held in higher regard.
Can I get a .IE?
Generally the answer to this question is YES!
Just select which one of the below list applies to you.
- A limited Company
- A Registered Business Name
- An Individual Trading Under Your Own Name
- A Registered Charity
- A School or College
- A Bed and Breakfast
- A Club or Society
- A Residents Association
- A Band
- An Individual Registering a Domain For Personal Use Only
Armed with this information you can then
click here to see what addition information you need to supply to support your application.
The most common applications are made through the limited Company and Registered Business Name categories in which case you need only supply your registered business number (RBN).