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Country-code extension (Bulgaria)

.bg

Registry: Register.BG

Updated on 4 November 2026

Registration

Registration period1 year
Renewal term1 year
Name length3 to 63 characters
Accented characters (IDN)Yes
Who may register? Anyone
Registration termsTerms of Register.BG ↗

Additional details

For this extension, the registry asks for additional details of the holder:

DetailRequired?Example
Passport numberRequired for private persons—
VAT numberRequired for companiesNL999999999B998
Application numberOptional—
Application dateOptionalDD/MM/YYYY

Transfer

Transfer codeNo transfer code needed
Expiry date after transferPlus 1 year
Transfer lockNo
Holder changePossible

Renewal and expiry

Renewal grace after expiry—
Quarantine or redemption period—

DNS technology

DNSSECYes, up to 8 keys
Number of nameservers2 to 5
Nameserver check in advanceNo

Registry

NameRegister.BG
Websitewww.register.bg
WHOIS serverwhois.register.bg

Frequently asked questions about .bg

What are the registration terms for .bg?

Anyone can register a .bg domain name, individual or business, wherever you live.

The registry also asks for extra details: Passport number (required for private persons), VAT number (required for companies). You enter these when ordering.

The registration terms of the registry, Register.BG, also apply. By registering, you agree to them.

For how long do I register a .bg domain name?

You register a .bg 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 .bg domain name to Knippin?

A .bg domain name does not need a transfer code. You request the transfer with us; the registry handles the rest.

After the transfer: plus 1 year.

Can I change the holder of a .bg domain name?

On the domain page, click "Change holder" and enter the details of the new holder.

The new holder must also meet the registration terms.

Which characters can I use in a .bg domain name?

The name before .bg may be 3 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 .bg 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.

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