.rio Domain
.rio is the geoTLD for the city of Rio de Janeiro, delegated in 2014 and managed by IPLANRIO. Requires a legitimate presence in the city: residency, a business headquarters with an active CNPJ, or cultural, commercial, or sports activity.
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About the .RIO domain
What is the .RIO domain?
Registration requires the holder to be a legal entity incorporated in Brazil with a headquarters, branch, franchise, or licensee in the city of Rio de Janeiro and an active record in the National Registry of Legal Entities (CNPJ) of the Finance Ministry, or an individual with a fixed address in the city. Also eligible are those who can demonstrate residency, business, cultural, or sports activity, or any other direct or indirect presence generally accepted as legitimate in the Rio area. The holder's contact must have an address in Rio de Janeiro, and it is mandatory to publish a website with meaningful content under the domain, which must be widely recognized as associated with the holding entity or individual, with no reference to unlawful activities or harm to the city's public image. Loss of eligibility can lead to the domain being canceled, regardless of its expiration date.
Registration requires the holder to be a legal entity incorporated in Brazil with a headquarters, branch, or licensee in the city of Rio de Janeiro and an active record in the CNPJ (National Registry of Legal Entities) of the Finance Ministry, or an individual with a fixed address in the city. Any other direct or indirect presence generally accepted as legitimate in the Rio area is also accepted, such as business, cultural, or sports activity. The domain must be used to publish a website with meaningful content, and must be widely recognized as associated with its holder. Loss of eligibility can lead to the domain being canceled. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.
Uses of .RIO
Who is the .RIO domain for?
These are the most common situations where .RIO is the ideal extension.
Businesses headquartered in Rio de Janeiro
The most direct use: companies with an active CNPJ and physical presence in the city.
Carioca cultural and sports projects
Initiatives with demonstrable cultural or sports activity in the area.
Residents with a fixed address in the city
Individuals who can prove their address in Rio de Janeiro.
.RIO vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .RIO with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .rio This page | People and entities with a legitimate presence in Rio | Active CNPJ or address in Rio de Janeiro | From $10.49/yr |
| .paris | People and entities with a nexus to Paris (a different extension) | Demonstrable residency or activity | Inquire |
Registration process
How to register your .RIO 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 .RIO domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .RIO domain
Do I need a Brazilian company to register a .rio?
Yes, if registering as a legal entity, you need an active CNPJ and headquarters in Rio; as an individual, a fixed address in the city is enough.
What happens if I stop meeting the requirements?
The registry can cancel the domain or suspend its DNS publication, regardless of the expiration date.
Do I need to publish content on my .rio domain?
Yes, it's mandatory to publish a website with meaningful content tied to your identity or activity.
Who manages the .rio domain?
Empresa Municipal de Informática SA (IPLANRIO), based in Rio de Janeiro. It was delegated to the root zone on May 21, 2014.
How much does a .rio domain cost?
From $10.49 per year depending on the registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .rio domain with miHosting?
Yes, if you meet the Rio de Janeiro presence requirements. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.
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