Regulation for .al domains
Like every country-code domain, .al follows a regulation set by AKEP (the Electronic and Postal Communications Authority), which binds both the registrar and the client. Read the full rules.
.al Domain
Register your .al domain
Albania's national domain, registered directly through an AKEP-accredited registrar. €8.99 per year, with managed DNS at no extra cost.
Fast approval
Free DNS
1–10 year terms
Why choose a .al domain
The .al domain is Albania's country-code TLD and the clearest signal that a website targets the Albanian market. For a business operating in Tirana, Durrës, Vlorë or anywhere in Albania, a .al address builds trust immediately.
Beyond credibility, the national domain helps with local search. Search engines treat the extension as one of several geographic signals, so a .al site has a natural advantage for searches performed from Albania.
Price and renewal
| Extension | Register | Renew | Transfer | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .al | €8.99 | €8.99 | €8.99 | 1–10 years |
| .com.al | €9.99 | €9.99 | €9.99 | 1–10 years |
| .net.al | €9.99 | €9.99 | €9.99 | 1–10 years |
| .org.al | €9.99 | €9.99 | €9.99 | 1–10 years |
Prices are in euro and exclude VAT. Renewal is charged at the same rate as registration — no increase after the first year.
Who can register a .al domain
Both individuals and legal entities, Albanian or foreign, may register a .al domain, provided they submit the required documentation and the data is accurate and genuine. Commercial entities must provide a QKB extract or equivalent registration document.
Step by step
- Search the name — type it into the search box and see if it is available.
- Fill in the details — registrant, administrative and technical contacts.
- Upload documents — depending on entity type.
- AKEP approval — the application is verified and the domain activated.
- Configure DNS — set nameservers or use our managed DNS.
What to know before registering
GDIP — Industrial Property
The General Directorate of Industrial Property is the institution legally responsible for registering and administering industrial property objects, including rights over trademarks and patents.
List of prohibited names
AKEP maintains a list of names that cannot be registered under .al because they are considered unsuitable for public use. Check it before you buy.
List of reserved names
There is also a list of reserved names — names with sensitive public use. We recommend reviewing it before proceeding with registration.
Transfer to a new registrar
.al domains are transferred using an authorisation code (EPP code, AUTH code or transfer key). The code is issued by your current registrar and must be used within 24 hours. See the transfer guide.
Money-back guarantee
A .al domain purchase is approved by AKEP. If the domain is approved, refunds are not possible. If AKEP does not approve the application, your payment is refunded in full.
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