Please review the below detailed requirements to register a .ae domain name:
| What is the registration term allowed for .ae domain names? | The minimum term for .ae domain names is 1 year(s). Max term is 5 years |
| How long does it take to register my .ae domain name? | The domain registration time for .ae is realtime – instant registration |
| What are the valid character & length requirements for .ae domain names? | Domain Names must: – have a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 63 characters – begin with a letter or a number and end with a letter or a number – use the English character set and may contain letters (i.e. a-z), numbers (i.e. 0-9) and dashes (-) or a combination of these – neither begin with, nor end with a dash – not contain a dash in the third and fourth positions – not include a space |
| Can I get hosting for .ae domain in UAE? | Yes, we offer UAE based web hosting services for .ae and all other domains |
| Can I hide my registration information (also called as proxy or private registration) | No – this is not supported by the registry. However only limited information is visible in the WHOIS such as your name (or your company name) and email address. No other details are listed. |
| Grace period for .ae domain name? | 3 days from date of registration or renewal. |
| Who is the registry that manages .ae domain names in the UAE? | The managing registry is the Arab Emirates Domain Administration (aeDA) which is part of the TDRA. |
| .ae Domains Dispute and Policy | All the .ae domain name policies can be found on the registry’s website here. |
Technical Requirements for Registering .AE Domains
The .AE top-level domain (TLD) represents the United Arab Emirates and is managed by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) through the .aeDA (.ae Domain Administration). While .ae domains are generally open for registration worldwide without local presence requirements, there are specific technical and formatting rules you must follow to ensure a smooth registration process. Below are the key technical requirements:
1. Domain Name Format #
- Length: The domain name must be between 2 and 63 characters in length (excluding the
.aeextension). - Characters Allowed: Standard Latin letters (
a-z), digits (0-9), and hyphens (-). - Position of Hyphens: The domain cannot begin or end with a hyphen, nor can it contain consecutive hyphens in the 3rd and 4th positions (which is a special rule for Internationalized Domain Names—IDNs).
- No Special Symbols: Characters like underscores (
_), spaces, or other special symbols (!,@,#, etc.) are not permitted.
2. DNS and Name Server Configuration #
- Authoritative Name Servers: You must specify at least two valid name servers. These servers should be properly configured and respond authoritatively for the domain.
- Valid DNS Records: The name servers must have corresponding NS records in the domain’s DNS zone. For example, if
ns1.example.comis listed as a name server, it must have a validAorAAAArecord, and the domain’s zone must include anNSrecord pointing back tons1.example.com. - DNS Reachability: The specified name servers should be online and capable of responding to DNS queries (including SOA and NS queries) for the domain at the time of registration. If they are unreachable, your registration might be delayed or fail.
3. Accurate Contact Details #
- Registrant Information: While local presence is not mandatory, the registrant (domain owner) must provide accurate and up-to-date contact details (name, email, address, and phone number).
- Administrative Contact: An admin contact is required and should be able to respond to any domain-related queries.
- Compliance with .AE Policies: All provided information must comply with the .aeDA policies; incorrect or misleading details can lead to domain suspension or cancellation.
4. Reserved & Restricted Names #
- Trademarked/Reserved Names: Some domain names may be reserved or protected due to government restrictions, trademarks, or cultural sensitivities in the UAE.
- Policy Compliance: Consult the official .aeDA policy or check with AEserver to ensure the domain name does not violate any restricted or reserved word lists.
5. Renewal and Expiry #
- Registration Period: .AE domains can typically be registered for 1 to 5 years at a time.
- Timely Renewals: Ensure your domain is renewed before its expiry date. .AE domains often have strict renewal and redemption grace periods.
