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.cu Domain: Cuba ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.cu is the country-code top-level domain for Cuba.

Overview

Extension.cu
Country or territoryCuba
RegionAmericas
RegistryCENIAInternet
Who can registerLocal presence required
TypeNational country code

.cu is the country-code top-level domain for Cuba, in the Americas. It is managed by CENIAInternet.

Registration is limited to Cuban entities or those with a legitimate presence in Cuba.

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.

Rules and prices change. This summary is general information, not legal advice: confirm the current policy with the registry before you buy. The official record for .cu is in the IANA root zone database.

Before you buy a .cu 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 .cu?

.cu is the country-code top-level domain for Cuba.

Who runs the .cu domain?

The .cu registry is managed by CENIAInternet.

Can I register a .cu domain from another country?

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

Yes. Google normally treats .cu as a signal that a site targets Cuba.

Compare and explore

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Sources checked: domaindetails.com. Last reviewed October 2026.

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