Everything you need to know about .ae domains: who can register one, the rules for names, and how renewals and ownership work.
Who can register a .ae domain?
Anyone. You don’t need a UAE trade licence, residency or ID to register a .ae domain with Tasjeel.ae.
Rules for the name
- Letters (a–z), numbers (0–9) and hyphens (-) only.
- It can’t start or end with a hyphen.
- Some names are reserved by the .ae registry and can’t be registered.
Prices
| Price (ex VAT) | |
|---|---|
| New .ae domain, first year | AED 129 |
| Renewal, per year | AED 145 |
| Transfer to Tasjeel.ae | Free, and your expiry date stays the same |
Your first year is free when you buy hosting, email or a website builder plan for one, two or three years (not monthly, and not the Personal email plan).
Who owns the domain?
The owner is the person or company named on the domain at the registry, called the registrant. That can be different from the person who pays or manages the account. See Who owns your domain: the registrant and the account holder.
Common questions
Do I need documents to register?
No. Just your details as the owner.
What happens if I don’t renew?
The domain stops working on its expiry date. You can still renew it for a while after that. See My domain has expired.
Can I change the owner later?
Yes, with a signed request and confirmation from both the current and the new owner. See Move a domain to a new owner.
Can I move my .ae to another registrar?
Yes, any time. See Transfer a domain away from Tasjeel.ae.