Register .co.uk 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. Only ASCII names are accepted. No documents are needed. Transfers use an IPS tag instead of an auth code.
Second-level domain / United Kingdom
.CO.UK domain
.CO.UK domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.co.uk is a second-level domain for businesses selling to UK customers. Any business or person anywhere in the world can register a co.uk domain. No UK address is needed. You can register it from Pakistan with DomainWalay, pay in PKR, and manage DNS from one panel. Minimum term is 1 year. Registration costs Rs 3,488 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
0 daysTRANSFER LOCK
NoAUTH CODE
NoWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSecond-level domain
RegistryNominet
RegionUnited Kingdom
Best forBusinesses selling to UK customers
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer timeUsually same day once the IPS tag is changed
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyNominet Dispute Resolution Service
01 / Overview
What is .co.uk?
.uk transfers use an IPS tag instead of an auth code, and direct names like brand.uk were opened in 2014. .co.uk belongs to United Kingdom and is meant for Commercial websites.
.co.uk is open to everyone. Any business or person anywhere in the world can register a co.uk domain. No UK address is needed. You do not need any paperwork, and the domain is usually live within minutes of payment.
A simple example: A Sialkot sports goods exporter can use a co.uk name so UK buyers feel they are dealing with a local supplier.
Terms run from 1 to 10 years. Longer terms lock in the price and avoid yearly reminders. Expired names can usually be restored within 90 days at a higher fee.
Transfers for .co.uk do not use an auth code. The registry has its own change process, and we guide you through it. Typical time is Usually same day once the IPS tag is changed.
Who uses .co.uk in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .co.uk
✓Who can registerAny business or person anywhere in the world can register a co.uk domain. No UK address is needed.
✓DocumentsNo documents are needed. Transfers use an IPS tag instead of an auth code.
✓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 .CO.UK policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .co.uk
Renew .co.uk 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 90 days with a higher restore fee. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.
Transfers of .co.uk follow the registry process and do not use a standard auth code. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is Usually same day once the IPS tag is changed.
A .co.uk name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Redemption for about 90 days, then Pending delete, then released.
DNSSEC is supported for .co.uk. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
The .co.uk registry publishes some registrant data. Privacy protection is not available for this extension, so use a business address and email.
04 / Transfer to DomainWalay
Move your .co.uk in Usually same day once the IPS tag is changed
Check the registry rule.co.uk does not use a standard auth code. Contact us with the domain name and we confirm the exact process.
Prepare the changeYour current provider may need to release the domain or update a tag at the registry.
Confirm with DomainWalayWe submit the request and track it with you until it completes.
Update DNSAfter the move, point the domain to your hosting so the website and email keep working.
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 .co.uk 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 .co.uk.
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Real life example
A Sialkot sports goods exporter can use a co.uk name so UK buyers feel they are dealing with a local supplier.
06 / Compare
.co.uk vs the usual suspects
07 / Same family
Other extensions like .co.uk
Did you know
.uk transfers use an IPS tag instead of an auth code, and direct names like brand.uk were opened in 2014.
08 / FAQ.co.uk questions,
.co.uk questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .co.uk?
.co.uk belongs to United Kingdom and is meant for Commercial websites. .uk transfers use an IPS tag instead of an auth code, and direct names like brand.uk were opened in 2014.
How much does a .co.uk domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .co.uk registration is Rs 3,488 per year and renewal is Rs 4,393 per year. Transfer is available on request. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.
Who can register .co.uk?
Any business or person anywhere in the world can register a co.uk domain. No UK address is needed. No documents are needed. Transfers use an IPS tag instead of an auth code.
Can I register .co.uk from Pakistan?
Yes. There is no country rule for .co.uk. Anyone in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad or any other city can register it and pay in PKR.
How do I transfer my .co.uk domain to DomainWalay?
This extension uses the registry transfer process instead of an auth code. Contact us with the domain name and we handle the steps. Typical time is Usually same day once the IPS tag is changed.
What happens if my .co.uk 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 90 days applies with a higher restore fee. Then the name is deleted and anyone can register it.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .co.uk?
The .co.uk registry publishes some registrant details, so full privacy is not available. Use a business address and a role email.
Which is better for a Pakistani business, .co.uk or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .co.uk suits businesses selling to UK customers. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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