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.ir Domain: Iran ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.ir is the country-code top-level domain for Iran.

Overview

.ir is the country-code top-level domain for Iran, in Asia. It is managed by the Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences (IRNIC).

Foreign applicants may register only if their activity and domain use do not conflict with Iranian law; .co.ir and similar names need supporting documents.

Who can register

Only certain kinds of registrant qualify, or applications are vetted.

Second-level endings: Also .ac.ir, .co.ir, .gov.ir, .id.ir, .org.ir, .sch.ir.

Before you buy a .ir 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?

Weighing up a specific .ir name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .ir?

.ir is the country-code top-level domain for Iran.

Who runs the .ir domain?

The .ir registry is managed by Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences (IRNIC).

Can I register a .ir domain from another country?

Only if you fall into a qualifying category. .ir is restricted, so check the registry's rules.

Does Google treat .ir as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .ir as a signal that a site targets Iran.

Compare and explore

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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org · www.safenames.net · www.worldtrademarkreview.com. Last reviewed October 2026.

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