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.is

Registry: ISNIC - Internet á Íslandi hf.

Updated on 4 November 2026

Registration

Registration period1 to 5 years
Renewal term1 to 5 years
Name length1 to 63 characters
Accented characters (IDN)Yes
Who may register? Anyone
Registration termsTerms of ISNIC - Internet á Íslandi hf. ↗

Transfer

Transfer codeNo transfer code needed
Request it yourselfAs the holder, you can also request the code yourself from the registry: www.isnic.is
Expiry date after transferExpiry date stays the same
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

NameISNIC - Internet á Íslandi hf.
Websitewww.isnic.is
WHOIS serverwhois.isnic.is

Frequently asked questions about .is

What are the registration terms for .is?

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

The registration terms of the registry, ISNIC - Internet á Íslandi hf., also apply. By registering, you agree to them.

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

You register a .is domain name for 1 to 5 years.

After that you renew per 1 to 5 years. With "Auto-renewal" on the domain page you decide whether this happens automatically.

How do I transfer a .is domain name to Knippin?

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

After the transfer: expiry date stays the same.

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

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

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

The name before .is may be 1 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 .is 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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