.cw Domain (.com.cw, .net.cw)
.cw is the ccTLD of Curaçao, created in 2010 after the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles and its former .an domain. Direct registration requires a statutory seat or genuine activity in Curaçao, while .com.cw and .net.cw are the open exception with no local presence required.
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About the .CW domain
What is the .CW domain?
Direct second-level registration under .cw requires the applicant organization — whether a sole proprietor, partnership, corporation, or other legal entity — to have its statutory seat or genuine place of business in Curaçao. Generic or descriptive names can only be registered by providing an extract from the Curaçao Trademark Register proving the right to use the name as a trademark, and geographic names — including those of the former Netherlands Antilles islands — are reserved for government entities or authorized diplomatic missions. The relevant exception is the .com.cw and .net.cw subdomains, which require no local presence and are open to any applicant worldwide.
Second-level registration under .cw requires the entity to have its statutory seat or genuine place of business in Curaçao, or to provide an extract from the Curaçao Trademark Register for generic names. Geographic names are reserved for government entities. The .com.cw and .net.cw subdomains are the exception: they do not require local presence. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .CW
Who is the .CW domain for?
These are the most common situations where .CW is the ideal extension.
Companies established in Curaçao
The most direct use: businesses with a statutory seat or demonstrable genuine activity on the island.
International projects (via .com.cw / .net.cw)
The open route with no local presence required, for anyone or any company in the world.
Tourism in Curaçao
The island is an established beach and diving tourism destination in the Caribbean.
Trademarks registered in Curaçao
Businesses proving their trademark right through the local Trademark Register for generic names.
Government and diplomatic entities
Reserved for geographic names tied to the former Netherlands Antilles.
.CW vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .CW with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .cw This page | Companies with a seat or registered trademark in Curaçao | Local seat or Trademark Register | Check price |
| .com.cw | Any international project, no local presence | None | Check price |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .CW 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 .CW domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .CW domain
Can I register a .cw domain without a company in Curaçao?
For direct .cw, no, unless you prove a registered trademark for generic names. For .com.cw or .net.cw, yes, with no local presence required.
Why was .cw created in 2010?
Following the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles that year, which rendered the former shared .an domain obsolete and gave way to dedicated extensions for each territory.
Can I register the name of a former Antilles island as a .cw domain?
Not directly, unless you are an authorized government entity or diplomatic mission.
Who manages the .cw domain?
The University of Curaçao, based in Willemstad. It was registered with IANA on December 20, 2010.
How much does a .cw or .com.cw domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .cw domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability, requirements, and the current price for this extension.
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