Requires physical presence, nationality, or Premium Residency.com.sa: Commercial Registration from the Ministry of CommerceManaged by CST (formerly CITC) via SaudiNIC

.sa Domain

.sa is the ccTLD of Saudi Arabia, registered with IANA on May 17, 1994, and managed by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) via SaudiNIC. Registration is limited to physical presence, Saudi nationality, Premium Residency, or a trademark registered in the country.

1994 Year created
ccTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Yes Registration restrictions

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About the .SA domain

What is the .SA domain?

The .sa is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) of Saudi Arabia, registered in the IANA database on May 17, 1994, and managed by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) — formerly known as CITC — via the SaudiNIC platform.

Access to the registry is limited to four categories of applicants: entities with physical presence within Saudi Arabia; individuals of Saudi nationality or holders of Premium Residency; entities with a registration or license issued by a competent Saudi authority; or holders of a trademark or trade name registered in the country. The .com.sa subdomain, intended specifically for entities engaged in commercial activity, additionally requires a valid Commercial Registration issued by the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) or an equivalent document, along with an administrative contact — such as the general manager or IT department head — who must be physically located in Saudi Arabia. Registration is managed exclusively through licensed registrars, for periods of 1 to 10 years; if the requested name appears on the special or reserved TLD list, SaudiNIC reviews the request within 2 business days.
Registration restrictions

Registration is limited to entities with physical presence in Saudi Arabia, individuals with Saudi nationality or Premium Residency, entities with a registration or license issued by a competent Saudi authority, or holders of a trademark or trade name registered in the country. The .com.sa subdomain additionally requires a valid Commercial Registration issued by the Ministry of Commerce, along with an administrative contact physically located in Saudi Arabia. Contact our team to confirm availability and the exact requirements.

Extension .SA
IANA type ccTLD
Created in 1994
Registry Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), formerly known as CITC, via SaudiNIC
Country / territory Saudi Arabia
Restrictions Yes
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .SA

Who is the .SA domain for?

These are the most common situations where .SA is the ideal extension.

Entities with physical presence in Saudi Arabia

The most direct use: businesses headquartered or operating within the country.

Saudi citizens or Premium Residency holders

Individuals proving their nationality or special residency status.

Holders of trademarks registered in Saudi Arabia

Companies able to prove a registered trademark or trade name in the country.

Companies with Commercial Registration (via .com.sa)

Businesses with a valid Ministry of Commerce license and a local contact in the country.

.SA vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .SA with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.com.sa Companies with Saudi Commercial Registration MOC Commercial Registration + local contact in Saudi Arabia Inquire
.sa This page Entities, Saudi citizens, or trademark holders Physical presence, nationality, Premium Residency, or registered trademark Inquire

Registration process

How to register your .SA domain at miHosting

01

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.

02

Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .SA domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .SA domain

Can I register a .sa without presence in Saudi Arabia?

Only if you hold a trademark or trade name registered in the country; otherwise physical presence, Saudi nationality, or Premium Residency is required.

What does the .com.sa subdomain specifically require?

A valid Commercial Registration from the Ministry of Commerce and an administrative contact physically located in Saudi Arabia.

How long does SaudiNIC take to review a special request?

Up to 2 business days if the name is on the special or reserved TLD list.

Who manages the .sa domain?

The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), formerly CITC, via SaudiNIC. It was registered with IANA on May 17, 1994.

How much does a .sa domain cost?

Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm the current price.

Can I register my .sa domain with miHosting?

Yes, if you meet one of the eligibility requirements. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing.

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The .sa domain is the ccTLD of Saudi Arabia, registered with IANA on May 17, 1994, and managed by CST via SaudiNIC. Access is limited to physical presence, Saudi nationality, Premium Residency, or a trademark registered in the country. Contact our team for the exact requirements and current pricing, and pair it with our professional hosting.