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.al Domain: Albania ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.al is the country-code top-level domain for Albania.

Overview

.al is the country-code top-level domain for Albania, in Europe. It is managed by Electronic and Postal Communications Authority - AKEP.

Registration has been limited mainly to Albanian individuals and companies, with foreign companies allowed only if they prove they do business; registrars report a local owner may be required.

Who can register

Direct registration generally needs a real connection to the country, such as citizenship, residence, a local company, a local trademark or a local contact.

Second-level endings: Also .com.al, .net.al, .org.al, .edu.al.

Before you buy a .al name

• Check the renewal price as well as the first-year price. Our cost calculator shows what a name really costs over time.
• Make sure you meet the eligibility rules yourself, without relying on a trustee if you can avoid it.
• Search for trademarks and for the same name in .com.
• Say the name out loud: will people type it correctly?

Weighing up a specific .al name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .al?

.al is the country-code top-level domain for Albania.

Who runs the .al domain?

The .al registry is managed by Electronic and Postal Communications Authority - AKEP.

Can I register a .al domain from another country?

Usually not directly. .al generally requires a local connection, such as citizenship, residence, a local company, trademark or contact. Some registrars offer trustee services, which carry their own risks.

Does Google treat .al as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .al as a signal that a site targets Albania.

Compare and explore

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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org · goldsteinreport.com · support.openprovider.eu · www.iana.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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