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Country-code extension (Portugal)

.pt

Registry: Associação DNS.PT

Updated on 4 November 2026

Registration

Registration period1 to 5 years
Renewal term1 to 5 years
Name length2 to 63 characters
Accented characters (IDN)Yes
Who may register? Anyone
Registration termsTerms of Associação DNS.PT ↗

Additional details

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

DetailRequired?Example
VAT numberRequiredNL999999999B998

Transfer

Transfer codeFrom the provider
Expiry date after transferExpiry date stays the same
Transfer lockNo
Holder changePossible

Renewal and expiry

Renewal grace after expiry30 days, at the normal rate
Quarantine or redemption period—

DNS technology

DNSSECYes, up to 8 keys
Number of nameservers2 to 10
Nameserver check in advanceNo

Registry

NameAssociação DNS.PT
Websitewww.dns.pt
WHOIS serverwhois.dns.pt

Frequently asked questions about .pt

What are the registration terms for .pt?

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

The registry also asks for extra details: VAT number (required). You enter these when ordering.

The registration terms of the registry, Associação DNS.PT, also apply. By registering, you agree to them.

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

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

You need a transfer code. You get it from your current provider.

After the transfer: expiry date stays the same.

How do I request the transfer code for my .pt 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 .pt 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.

What happens when my .pt domain name expires?

After the expiry date you can still renew the domain name for 30 days at the normal rate.

Once that period has also passed, the domain name becomes free and anyone can register it.

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

The name before .pt 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 .pt 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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