.fo Domain: Faroe Islands ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.fo is the country-code top-level domain for the Faroe Islands.

Overview

Extension.fo

Country or territory

Faroe Islands

RegionEurope

RegistryFO Council

Who can registerLocal presence required

TypeNational country code

.fo is the country-code top-level domain for the Faroe Islands, in Europe. It is managed by FO Council.

Applicants should be present in the Faroe Islands; others can generally only register trademarks held with the Danish Patent and Trademark Office.

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 .fo is in the IANA root zone database.

Before you buy a .fo 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.
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Frequently asked questions

What country is .fo?

.fo is the country-code top-level domain for the Faroe Islands.

Who runs the .fo domain?

The .fo registry is managed by FO Council.

Can I register a .fo domain from another country?

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

Yes. Google normally treats .fo as a signal that a site targets the Faroe Islands.