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.dz Domain: Algeria ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.dz is the country-code top-level domain for Algeria.

Overview

.dz is the country-code top-level domain for Algeria, in Africa. It is managed by NIC-DZ (CERIST).

Registrants must be established or resident in Algeria with proof of name rights, apart from .tm.dz for foreign trademark holders.

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: Mostly under .com.dz and other second levels.

Before you buy a .dz 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 .dz?

.dz is the country-code top-level domain for Algeria.

Who runs the .dz domain?

The .dz registry is managed by NIC-DZ (CERIST).

Can I register a .dz domain from another country?

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

Yes. Google normally treats .dz as a signal that a site targets Algeria.

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Sources checked: www.ICANNWiki.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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