.ad Domain
.ad is the ccTLD of Andorra, registered with IANA on January 9, 1996, and managed by Andorra Telecom. Until October 2024 it required a trademark registered in Andorra; since then, the policy was fully liberalized and anyone in the world can register it.
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About the .AD domain
What is the .AD domain?
This policy changed radically on October 22, 2024: the new regulations fully remove the requirement of local presence or trademark ownership, allow registration by any natural or legal person in the world regardless of residency, and shift commercial management from Andorra Telecom toward accredited international registrars. The minimum registration period was also reduced from two years to one, with annual renewals up to a maximum of ten years. It is an unusual case of a ccTLD moving from one of the most restricted to fully open.
Uses of .AD
Who is the .AD domain for?
These are the most common situations where .AD is the ideal extension.
Business and tourism in Andorra
The most direct, geographically coherent use: companies, retailers, and tourism services in the principality.
Ski and mountain tourism
Andorra is a leading Pyrenees destination for skiing and mountain tourism.
International projects (since 2024)
Thanks to the liberalization, any brand or project worldwide can register .ad with no connection to Andorra.
Financial and tax services
Andorra has a notable financial sector; .ad lends geographic credibility to this type of business.
Cross-border retail
Andorra's small size and trading tradition mean many businesses use local domains.
Brands seeking an unusual European extension
The novelty of the 2024 opening makes .ad a differentiating option for international projects.
.AD vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .AD with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ad This page | Any project since 2024 (previously, only Andorran trademarks) | None since Oct. 2024 | Check price |
| .es | Spain (Andorra's geographic neighbor) | Requires Spanish NIF/NIE/CIF | $8.99/year |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .AD domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .AD domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .AD domain
Do I need a trademark registered in Andorra to get a .ad domain?
No, not since October 22, 2024. The previous policy did require it, but the current liberalization allows registration by anyone in the world without an Andorran trademark or residency.
How were .ad domains registered before 2024?
You needed to hold a trademark registered in Andorra, identical to the requested domain name and registered in class 42, declaring its use for that specific .ad domain.
Who manages the .ad domain?
Andorra Telecom is the historical registry entity; since the 2024 liberalization, commercialization is also handled through accredited international registrars.
What is the minimum registration period for a .ad domain?
Since 2024, the minimum period is one year (previously two), with annual renewals up to a maximum of ten years.
How much does a .ad domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .ad domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price for this extension.
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