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.aw Domain: Aruba ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.aw is the country-code top-level domain for Aruba.

Overview

.aw is the country-code top-level domain for Aruba, in the Americas. It is managed by SETAR.

The registry requires the registrant to be a business, organisation or professional registered in Aruba.

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.aw.

Before you buy a .aw 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?

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Frequently asked questions

What country is .aw?

.aw is the country-code top-level domain for Aruba.

Who runs the .aw domain?

The .aw registry is managed by SETAR.

Can I register a .aw domain from another country?

Usually not directly. .aw 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 .aw as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .aw as a signal that a site targets Aruba.

Compare and explore

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

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