.be
Registry: DNS Belgium vzw/asbl
There is also a detailed article about this extension: .be domains
Registration
| Registration period | 1 year |
|---|---|
| Renewal term | 1 year |
| Name length | 2 to 63 characters |
| Accented characters (IDN) | Yes |
| Who may register? | Anyone |
| Registration terms | Terms of DNS Belgium vzw/asbl ↗ |
Additional details
For this extension, the registry asks for additional details of the holder:
| Detail | Required? | Example |
|---|---|---|
| VAT number | Optional | NL999999999B998 |
| Language | Optional | — |
Transfer
| Transfer code | Emailed to the holder |
|---|---|
| Code format | 123-456-789-012-345 |
| Expiry date after transfer | 1 year from the transfer date |
| Transfer lock | Yes, must be off before you transfer |
| Holder change | Possible, with the transfer code |
Renewal and expiry
| Renewal grace after expiry | — |
|---|---|
| Quarantine or redemption period | 40 days, recovery at extra cost |
DNS technology
| DNSSEC | Yes, up to 4 keys |
|---|---|
| Number of nameservers | 0 to 13 |
| Nameserver check in advance | No |
| Changes visible within | about 15 minutes |
Registry
| Name | DNS Belgium vzw/asbl |
|---|---|
| Website | www.dnsbelgium.be |
| WHOIS server | whois.dns.be |
Frequently asked questions about .be
What are the registration terms for .be?
Anyone can register a .be domain name, individual or business, wherever you live.
The registration terms of the registry, DNS Belgium vzw/asbl, also apply. By registering, you agree to them.
For how long do I register a .be domain name?
You register a .be domain name for 1 year.
After that you renew per 1 year. With "Auto-renewal" on the domain page you decide whether this happens automatically.
How do I transfer a .be domain name to Knippin?
You need a transfer code. The registry emails it to the holder's address after the current provider has requested it.
This is what the code looks like: 123-456-789-012-345.
Is there a transfer lock on the domain name? Have your current provider remove it first.
After the transfer: 1 year from the transfer date.
How do I request the transfer code for my .be domain name?
On the domain page, click "Request transfer code". The registry then sends the code directly to the holder's email address.
Can I change the holder of a .be domain name?
On the domain page, click "Change holder" and enter the details of the new holder.
For .be you also need the transfer code for this.
What happens when my .be domain name expires?
After the expiry date it goes into quarantine for 40 days. During that period only the last holder can restore it, at an extra cost.
Once that period has also passed, the domain name becomes free and anyone can register it.
Which characters can I use in a .be domain name?
The name before .be may be 2 to 63 characters long: letters, digits and hyphens, not starting or ending with a hyphen.
Accented characters such as é or ü (IDN) are allowed.
Does .be support DNSSEC?
Yes. DNSSEC protects your domain against forged DNS answers. Want to enable it? Create a ticket and we will arrange it with the registry.