.ae is the country-code top-level domain for the United Arab Emirates. Standard .ae domains can be registered by individuals and organisations, subject to current .ae Domain Administration (aeDA) policies.
Requirements for registering a .ae domain name
| Requirement | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can an individual register a .ae domain? | Yes. |
| Can a company or legal entity register a .ae domain? | Yes. |
| Is UAE residency or a local company required for a standard .ae domain? | No. Standard first-level .ae registrations are generally open to eligible applicants worldwide. |
| Are supporting documents normally required? | Not for a standard unrestricted .ae registration. Accurate registrant and contact details must still be provided. |
| Are some .ae domain names restricted? | Yes. Reserved names and names restricted for technical, administrative, legal, moral or cultural reasons cannot be registered. |
| Does a standard .ae domain have a required special use? | No. |
| Is a trademark or registered brand name required? | No. However, the registrant remains responsible for ensuring the domain does not infringe another party’s rights. |
| Is private registration or WHOIS privacy available? | No private registration service is offered for .ae domains. |
| Is a trustee or proxy registration service available? | No. |
Important .ae registration information
All .ae registrations are subject to current aeDA policies. A registration can be rejected if the requested name is reserved or if the registrant does not meet the rules for the chosen .ae domain zone.
You can search for an available name using the tasjeel.ae domain search.
