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.bv Domain: Bouvet Island ccTLD Guide
.bv is the country-code top-level domain for Bouvet Island.
Overview
Bouvet Island.bv is the country-code top-level domain for Bouvet Island, in Antarctica. It is managed by Norid A/S.
Assigned to Bouvet Island but not open for registration; Norway's registry Norid administers it and has no plans to release names.
Who can register
This extension is not open for new registrations.
Rules and prices change. This summary is general information, not legal advice: confirm the current policy with the registry before you buy. The registry's website is www.norid.no. The official record for .bv is in the IANA root zone database.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .bv?
.bv is the country-code top-level domain for Bouvet Island.
Who runs the .bv domain?
The .bv registry is managed by Norid A/S.
Can I register a .bv domain from another country?
No. .bv is not open for new registrations.
Does Google treat .bv as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .bv as a signal that a site targets Bouvet Island.
Compare and explore
Compare .bv side by side with other extensions, or browse more in Antarctica:
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.tfFrench Southern TerritoriesSources checked: en.wikipedia.org ยท www.iana.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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