.barcelona Domain
.barcelona is the geographic gTLD for the city of Barcelona, delegated in 2015 and managed by the City Council itself. It requires proving a genuine tie — linguistic, touristic, cultural, or commercial — to the city's community, maintained over time.
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About the .BARCELONA domain
What is the .BARCELONA domain?
To register or renew a .barcelona domain, the applicant must prove a genuine connection to the city's community, whether linguistic, touristic, cultural, commercial, or of any other nature, as long as it benefits Barcelona and never harms it; this tie must be maintained not only at registration but continuously afterward. The process also requires specifying the domain's intended use: a false declaration about that use is treated as evidence of bad faith and can lead to the name being suspended. A further relevant restriction: geographic names of any subdivision within Barcelona's area of influence, local landmarks or monuments, or any other emblematic or locally significant term for the city cannot be registered, including clear variations or abbreviations of those protected names.
The applicant must prove a genuine connection to the .barcelona community — linguistic, touristic, cultural, commercial, or of any other nature that benefits the city — maintained both at registration and afterward. Declaring the domain's intended use is mandatory; a false declaration is treated as evidence of bad faith and can lead to suspension of the name. Geographic names of areas within Barcelona's area of influence, local landmarks, or emblematic city terms are not permitted, including clear variations or abbreviations. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.
Uses of .BARCELONA
Who is the .BARCELONA domain for?
These are the most common situations where .BARCELONA is the ideal extension.
Businesses and individuals with a commercial or cultural tie
The most direct use: entities proving a genuine, beneficial connection to the city.
Public administrations linked to Barcelona
Official bodies within the metropolitan area or its surrounding influence.
Tourism and cultural promotion projects
Initiatives reinforcing Barcelona's digital identity for an international audience.
Excluded: landmark names and local emblematic terms
Protected to prevent speculative registrations over the city's identity.
.BARCELONA vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .BARCELONA with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .barcelona This page | Entities with a genuine, beneficial tie to the city | Linguistic, touristic, cultural, or commercial connection maintained over time | Inquire |
| .cat | Catalan linguistic and cultural community | ENS code or community endorsement | Inquire |
Registration process
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Frequently asked questions about the .BARCELONA domain
What kind of tie do I need to register a .barcelona?
Any that benefits the city: linguistic, touristic, cultural, commercial, among others, maintained over time.
What happens if I declare a false use for the domain?
It is treated as evidence of bad faith and can lead to the name being suspended.
Can I register the name of a Barcelona neighborhood or landmark?
No, geographic names of subdivisions, landmarks, and local emblematic terms are protected.
Who manages the .barcelona domain?
Municipi de Barcelona, with Fundació puntCAT as administrative contact. It was delegated to the root zone in 2015.
How much does a .barcelona domain cost?
Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .barcelona domain with miHosting?
Yes, if you prove a genuine, beneficial tie to the city. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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