.istanbul
Registry: Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality
Registration
| Registration period | 1 to 10 years |
|---|---|
| Renewal term | 1 to 10 years |
| Name length | 3 to 63 characters |
| Accented characters (IDN) | No |
| Who may register? | Anyone |
| Registration terms | Terms of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality ↗ |
Transfer
| Transfer code | From the provider |
|---|---|
| Expiry date after transfer | Plus 1 year |
| Transfer lock | Yes, must be off before you transfer |
| Holder change | Possible |
Renewal and expiry
| Renewal grace after expiry | 42 days, at the normal rate |
|---|---|
| Quarantine or redemption period | 30 days, recovery at extra cost |
DNS technology
| DNSSEC | Yes, up to 13 keys |
|---|---|
| Number of nameservers | 0 to 13 |
| Nameserver check in advance | No |
Registry
| Name | Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality |
|---|---|
| Website | www.ibb.istanbul |
| WHOIS server | whois.nic.istanbul |
Frequently asked questions about .istanbul
What are the registration terms for .istanbul?
Anyone can register a .istanbul domain name, individual or business, wherever you live.
The registration terms of the registry, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, also apply. By registering, you agree to them.
For how long do I register a .istanbul domain name?
You register a .istanbul domain name for 1 to 10 years.
After that you renew per 1 to 10 years. With "Auto-renewal" on the domain page you decide whether this happens automatically.
How do I transfer a .istanbul domain name to Knippin?
You need a transfer code. You get it from your current provider.
Is there a transfer lock on the domain name? Have your current provider remove it first.
After the transfer: plus 1 year.
How do I request the transfer code for my .istanbul domain name?
On the domain page, click "Request transfer code". The code is shown once on screen. Copy it and give it to your new provider.
Can I change the holder of a .istanbul domain name?
On the domain page, click "Change holder" and enter the details of the new holder.
What happens when my .istanbul domain name expires?
After the expiry date you can still renew the domain name for 42 days at the normal rate.
It then goes into quarantine for 30 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 .istanbul domain name?
The name before .istanbul 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 .istanbul 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.