Register .ie for 1 to 10 years. Names can use letters, numbers and hyphens, from 2 to 63 characters, and cannot start or end with a hyphen. Internationalized names in supported scripts are allowed. You need proof of an Irish connection, such as an Irish company number, an Irish address, or papers showing trade with Irish customers.
Country-code TLD / Ireland
.IE domain
.IE domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.ie is the country-code TLD of Ireland. You must show a real connection to Ireland. Irish citizens, residents, Irish companies and companies that trade with Ireland can register. DomainWalay can register it for Pakistani exporters and overseas Pakistanis who meet the rule. Minimum term is 1 year and transfers use an auth code. Registration costs Rs 3,197 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
0 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
NoWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeCountry-code TLD
RegistryIE Domain Registry
RegionIreland
Best forCompanies with Irish customers or an Irish office
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer timeUsually within a few days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyIEDR ADRP (WIPO)
01 / Overview
What is .ie?
The IE Domain Registry checks every application for an Irish connection before the name goes live. .ie is the official internet extension for Ireland.
.ie has a local presence rule. You must show a real connection to Ireland. Irish citizens, residents, Irish companies and companies that trade with Ireland can register. You need proof of an Irish connection, such as an Irish company number, an Irish address, or papers showing trade with Irish customers. Many Pakistani exporters and overseas Pakistanis qualify through a local partner, office or trustee service. Ask us before you buy and we will confirm the route.
Here is how it looks in real life. A Pakistani software firm with Irish clients can register a .ie name by showing invoices to those clients.
You can register .ie for 1 to 10 years at a time. Renew before the expiry date to keep your website and email running. Late renewal rules depend on the registry, so do not wait for the last day.
Moving .ie to DomainWalay is simple. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the auth code (also called EPP code), and start the transfer here. Most transfers finish in Usually within a few days.
Who uses .ie in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .ie
!Who can registerYou must show a real connection to Ireland. Irish citizens, residents, Irish companies and companies that trade with Ireland can register.
!DocumentsYou need proof of an Irish connection, such as an Irish company number, an Irish address, or papers showing trade with Irish customers.
✓Minimum term1 year
✓Maximum term10 years
✓Name length2 to 63 characters
✓Contact detailsA working email and phone number for the registrant
✓PaymentPKR by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card
Need help with eligibility?
Send us the domain name and your situation on WhatsApp. We confirm the route before you pay anything.
Ask on WhatsApp 03 / Rules and lifecycleRegistration, renewal and
Full .IE policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .ie
Renew .ie 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. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.
Transfers of .ie need the domain to be unlocked and a valid auth code from the current registrar. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is Usually within a few days. Eligibility rules also apply to the new owner.
A .ie name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Pending delete, then released.
DNSSEC is supported for .ie. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
The .ie 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 .ie in Usually within a few 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 .ie 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 Usually within a few 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 .ie 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 .ie.
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Real life example
A Pakistani software firm with Irish clients can register a .ie name by showing invoices to those clients.
08 / FAQ.ie questions,
.ie questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .ie?
.ie is the official internet extension for Ireland. The IE Domain Registry checks every application for an Irish connection before the name goes live.
How much does a .ie domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .ie registration is Rs 3,197 per year and renewal is Rs 3,622 per year. Transfer is Rs 3,020. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.
Who can register .ie?
You must show a real connection to Ireland. Irish citizens, residents, Irish companies and companies that trade with Ireland can register. You need proof of an Irish connection, such as an Irish company number, an Irish address, or papers showing trade with Irish customers.
Can I register .ie from Pakistan?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility rule. You must show a real connection to Ireland. Irish citizens, residents, Irish companies and companies that trade with Ireland can register. Message us on WhatsApp before you order and we confirm the route for your case.
How do I transfer my .ie domain to DomainWalay?
Unlock the domain at your current registrar, get the auth code, and start the transfer here with that code. It usually takes Usually within a few days.
What happens if my .ie domain expires?
Renew before the expiry date. Late renewal rules for .ie are set by the registry and can change, so we send reminders 30, 15 and 7 days before expiry.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .ie?
The .ie 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, .ie or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .ie suits companies with Irish customers or an Irish office. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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