Register .cat for 1 to 10 years. Names can use letters, numbers and hyphens, from 1 to 63 characters, and cannot start or end with a hyphen. Internationalized names in supported scripts are allowed. No documents are needed.
Sponsored TLD
.CAT domain
.CAT domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.cat is a sponsored TLD for catalan language websites and Catalan culture. Anyone can register a .cat domain, but the site must be in Catalan or about Catalan culture. The registry can remove names that ignore this rule. You can register it from Pakistan with DomainWalay, pay in PKR, and manage DNS from one panel. Minimum term is 1 year, and a 60 day transfer lock applies after registration. Registration costs Rs 3,436 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
60 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
YesWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSponsored TLD
RegistryFundació puntCAT
RegionWorldwide
Best forCatalan language websites and Catalan culture
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer time5 to 7 days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyUDRP
01 / Overview
What is .cat?
A .cat domain is for the Catalan language and culture community, mainly in Catalonia in Spain. The .cat extension was approved in 2005 and was the first extension created for a language and culture rather than a country.
Anyone in Pakistan can own .cat. Anyone can register a .cat domain, but the site must be in Catalan or about Catalan culture. The registry can remove names that ignore this rule. Registration is instant once payment clears.
A simple example: A Pakistani shop owner in Barcelona who writes his site in Catalan could use a .cat name, but it is not meant for pet related sites.
You can register .cat for 1 to 10 years at a time. Renew before the expiry date to keep your website and email running. If it expires, there is a redemption window of about 30 days, but the restore fee is higher than a normal renewal.
Moving .cat to DomainWalay is simple. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the auth code (also called EPP code), and start the transfer here. New registrations and recent transfers have a 60 day lock. Most transfers finish in 5 to 7 days.
Who uses .cat in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .cat
✓Who can registerAnyone can register a .cat domain, but the site must be in Catalan or about Catalan culture. The registry can remove names that ignore this rule.
✓DocumentsNo documents are needed.
✓Minimum term1 year
✓Maximum term10 years
✓Name length1 to 63 characters
✓Contact detailsA working email and phone number for the registrant
✓PaymentPKR by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card
03 / Rules and lifecycleRegistration, renewal and
Full .CAT policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .cat
Renew .cat any time before expiry. Auto renew is available in the client area. After expiry there is a grace period of about 30 days where renewal is still at the normal price, but the website may stop working. After that comes a redemption period of about 30 days with a higher restore fee. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.
Transfers of .cat need the domain to be unlocked and a valid auth code from the current registrar. A domain cannot move within 60 days of registration or a previous transfer. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is 5 to 7 days.
A .cat name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Redemption for about 30 days, then Pending delete, then released.
DNSSEC is supported for .cat. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
Public WHOIS and RDAP output for .cat is redacted for most personal data. Registration data still has to be accurate, and the registry can ask for it.
04 / Transfer to DomainWalay
Move your .cat in 5 to 7 days
Unlock the domainLog in at your current registrar and turn off the transfer lock.
Get the auth codeAsk the current registrar for the auth code, also called the EPP code. It comes by email or shows in the panel.
Start the transfer hereEnter your .cat name and the auth code on DomainWalay and pay the transfer fee. Most transfers add a year to the domain.
Approve the emailThe registrant email gets an approval link. Click it to speed things up.
Done in 5 to 7 daysThe domain shows in your DomainWalay client area. Update nameservers if needed.
05 / Complete the setup
Hosting and SSL,
Hosting and SSL,
same login.
Your DomainWalay account also works on HostingWalay and SSLWalay. Add hosting and a certificate for your new .cat without a second signup.
Host it on HostingWalayNVMe hosting from Rs 299 per month, cPanel, free migration, Pakistani support.
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Secure it with SSLWalayDV, OV and EV certificates from Rs 2,687 per year. Padlock and https for your .cat.
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Real life example
A Pakistani shop owner in Barcelona who writes his site in Catalan could use a .cat name, but it is not meant for pet related sites.
06 / Compare
.cat vs the usual suspects
Did you know
The .cat extension was approved in 2005 and was the first extension created for a language and culture rather than a country.
08 / FAQ.cat questions,
.cat questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .cat?
A .cat domain is for the Catalan language and culture community, mainly in Catalonia in Spain. The .cat extension was approved in 2005 and was the first extension created for a language and culture rather than a country.
How much does a .cat domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .cat registration is Rs 3,436 per year and renewal is Rs 5,023 per year. Transfer is Rs 4,187. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.
Who can register .cat?
Anyone can register a .cat domain, but the site must be in Catalan or about Catalan culture. The registry can remove names that ignore this rule. No documents are needed.
Can I register .cat from Pakistan?
Yes. There is no country rule for .cat. Anyone in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad or any other city can register it and pay in PKR.
How do I transfer my .cat domain to DomainWalay?
Unlock the domain at your current registrar, get the auth code, and start the transfer here with that code. Domains registered or transferred in the last 60 days cannot move yet. It usually takes 5 to 7 days.
What happens if my .cat domain expires?
Renew it as soon as possible. There is a short grace period of about 30 days at the normal price. After that, a redemption period of about 30 days applies with a higher restore fee. Then the name is deleted and anyone can register it.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .cat?
Yes. Personal contact details are hidden from public WHOIS and RDAP lookups for .cat.
Which is better for a Pakistani business, .cat or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .cat suits catalan language websites and Catalan culture. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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