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Country-code extension (Gibraltar)

.gi

Registry: Sapphire Networks

Updated on 4 November 2026

Registration

Registration period2 years
Renewal term1 year
Name length3 to 63 characters
Accented characters (IDN)No
Who may register? Only holders from these countries: Gibraltar
Registration termsTerms of Sapphire Networks ↗

Transfer

Transfer codeNo transfer code needed
Expiry date after transfer1 year from the transfer date
Transfer lockNo
Holder changePossible

Renewal and expiry

Renewal grace after expiry—
Quarantine or redemption period—

DNS technology

DNSSECNo
Number of nameservers2 to 5
Nameserver check in advanceNo

Registry

NameSapphire Networks
Websitewww.nic.gi
WHOIS serverwhois.identitydigital.services

Frequently asked questions about .gi

What are the registration terms for .gi?

The holder of a .gi domain name must live or be established in one of these countries: Gibraltar.

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

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

You register a .gi domain name for 2 years.

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 .gi domain name to Knippin?

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

After the transfer: 1 year from the transfer date.

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

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

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

The name before .gi 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 not allowed.

Does .gi support DNSSEC?

No, the .gi registry does not support DNSSEC.

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