Register .plc.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. You need a UK PLC registration number from Companies House. The domain must match the company name.
Second-level domain / United Kingdom
.PLC.UK domain
.PLC.UK domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.plc.uk is a second-level domain for uK public limited companies. Only a UK public limited company can register a plc.uk domain, and the name must match its registered company name. You need a UK PLC registration number from Companies House. The domain must match the company name. The minimum term is 1 year. DomainWalay checks your papers, registers the name and gives support in Pakistan. Registration costs Rs 1,323 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
0 daysTRANSFER LOCK
NoAUTH CODE
NoWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSecond-level domain
RegistryNominet
RegionUnited Kingdom
Best forUK public limited companies
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer timeUsually same day once the IPS tag is changed
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyNominet Dispute Resolution Service
01 / Overview
What is .plc.uk?
.plc.uk belongs to United Kingdom and is meant for Public limited company websites. A quick fact: .uk transfers use an IPS tag instead of an auth code, and direct names like brand.uk were opened in 2014.
.plc.uk has an eligibility check. Only a UK public limited company can register a plc.uk domain, and the name must match its registered company name. You need a UK PLC registration number from Companies House. The domain must match the company name. Send us the papers on WhatsApp or email and we handle the registry side.
A simple example: This name is only practical for a UK PLC. Most Pakistani businesses will use co.uk instead.
You can register .plc.uk 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 90 days, but the restore fee is higher than a normal renewal.
Transfers for .plc.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 .plc.uk in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .plc.uk
!Who can registerOnly a UK public limited company can register a plc.uk domain, and the name must match its registered company name.
!DocumentsYou need a UK PLC registration number from Companies House. The domain must match the company name.
✓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
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 .PLC.UK policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .plc.uk
Renew .plc.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 .plc.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. Eligibility rules also apply to the new owner.
A .plc.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 .plc.uk. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
The .plc.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 .plc.uk in Usually same day once the IPS tag is changed
Check the registry rule.plc.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 .plc.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 .plc.uk.
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Real life example
This name is only practical for a UK PLC. Most Pakistani businesses will use co.uk instead.
06 / Compare
.plc.uk vs the usual suspects
07 / Same family
Other extensions like .plc.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.plc.uk questions,
.plc.uk questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .plc.uk?
.plc.uk belongs to United Kingdom and is meant for Public limited company 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 .plc.uk domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .plc.uk registration is Rs 1,323 per year and renewal is Rs 1,498 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 .plc.uk?
Only a UK public limited company can register a plc.uk domain, and the name must match its registered company name. You need a UK PLC registration number from Companies House. The domain must match the company name.
Can I register .plc.uk from Pakistan?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility rule. Only a UK public limited company can register a plc.uk domain, and the name must match its registered company name. Message us on WhatsApp before you order and we confirm the route for your case.
How do I transfer my .plc.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 .plc.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 .plc.uk?
The .plc.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, .plc.uk or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .plc.uk suits uK public limited companies. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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