Domain .bq — reserved code, never delegated
.bq is the ISO 3166-1 code assigned to Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (Caribbean Netherlands), but IANA has never delegated it as an operational country-code domain.
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About the .BQ domain
What is the .BQ domain?
.bq is the ISO 3166-1 code reserved for Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (Caribbean Netherlands), but IANA has never delegated it as an operational ccTLD. These three Caribbean islands became special municipalities of the Netherlands in 2010 following the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles, and received the .bq ISO code, but IANA has never delegated it as an operational ccTLD: the islands' digital projects typically use the Netherlands' .nl. It cannot be registered through any registrar, including miHosting.
Uses of .BQ
Who is the .BQ domain for?
These are the most common situations where .BQ is the ideal extension.
ISO code of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (Caribbean Netherlands)
Exists as an internationally recognized country code, but without an associated operational ccTLD.
No operating registry
There is currently no technical registry operating this extension, so it cannot be used for any project.
Does not appear in availability checkers
Since it is not delegated, domain availability checkers cannot verify or register names under this extension.
Active alternatives available
In the meantime, hundreds of active extensions are available to register the name you need.
.BQ vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .BQ with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .bq This page | Reserved code of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (Caribbean Netherlands) | Never delegated — not available | Not available |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/yr |
| .online | Any project | None | Inquire |
Registration process
How to register your .BQ 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 .BQ domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .BQ domain
Can I register a .bq domain?
No. This extension has never been delegated as an operational ccTLD by IANA, so no registrar in the world can offer its registration.
What does .bq represent?
It is the ISO 3166-1 code reserved for Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (Caribbean Netherlands).
Why was it never delegated?
These three Caribbean islands became special municipalities of the Netherlands in 2010 following the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles, and received the .bq ISO code, but IANA has never delegated it as an operational ccTLD: the islands' digital projects typically use the Netherlands' .nl.
Could it be delegated in the future?
It is possible, although IANA has not announced concrete plans to activate this code as an operational ccTLD.
What alternatives do I have in the meantime?
You can choose from hundreds of active and available extensions — from .com to more sector-specific options.
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