.er Domain
.er is the ccTLD of Eritrea, registered with IANA on September 24, 1996, and managed by Eritrea Telecommunication Services Corporation (EriTel). Unlike most ccTLDs, there is no public registration process through commercial registrars: you must contact EriTel directly.
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About the .ER domain
What is the .ER domain?
It is one of the hardest-to-access ccTLDs in the domain name system: current policy limits registration to businesses or individuals with genuine presence in Eritrea, determined directly by the national registry and sponsoring ministry. Unlike the vast majority of ccTLDs, there is no public registration process accessible through standard commercial registrars: anyone or any organization interested in a .er domain must contact EriTel directly to inquire about possible allocation, with no guarantee of a response or timeframe. The registry structure is also organized at the third level, under labels such as .com.er or .org.er, rather than allowing direct registration under .er.
Registration is limited to businesses or individuals with genuine presence in Eritrea, and there is no public registration process through standard commercial registrars. Anyone wanting a .er domain must contact EriTel directly to inquire about possible allocation. Applications happen at the third level, under labels such as .com.er or .org.er. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .ER
Who is the .ER domain for?
These are the most common situations where .ER is the ideal extension.
Businesses and individuals with genuine presence in Eritrea
The only profile with real access: applicants with a direct connection to the country, handled case by case by EriTel.
Official Eritrean bodies
Government institutions with a direct connection to the sponsoring ministry.
Not available to the general public
The vast majority of people and companies in the world have no practical access to this extension.
.ER vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .ER with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .er This page | Only entities with genuine presence in Eritrea (case by case) | Yes — no standard commercial process | Not commercially available |
| .com | Any project with no such restrictions | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .ER 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 .ER domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .ER domain
Can I register a .er domain through a commercial registrar?
No. There is no standard public registration process; you must contact EriTel directly to inquire about possible allocation.
Who can obtain a .er domain?
Only businesses or individuals with genuine presence in Eritrea, as determined directly by the national registry.
Is there a second-level .er domain?
Registration is mainly structured at the third level, under labels such as .com.er or .org.er.
Who manages the .er domain?
Eritrea Telecommunication Services Corporation (EriTel), based in Asmara. It was registered with IANA on September 24, 1996.
Can I register my .er domain with miHosting?
Not possible for the vast majority of applicants, since there is no standard commercial registration process. Contact our team for more information on alternatives.
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