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.ki Domain: Kiribati ccTLD Guide
.ki is the country-code top-level domain for Kiribati.
Overview
.ki is the country-code top-level domain for Kiribati, in Oceania. It is managed by the Communications Commission of Kiribati.
The registry accepts registrants outside Kiribati, charging higher fees of US$1,000 a year at second level and US$150 at third level.
Who can register
Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.
Second-level endings: Also .com.ki, .org.ki, .net.ki, .info.ki.
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 cck.ki/dns.html. The official record for .ki is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .ki 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 .ki name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .ki?
.ki is the country-code top-level domain for Kiribati.
Who runs the .ki domain?
The .ki registry is managed by Communications Commission of Kiribati.
Can I register a .ki domain from another country?
Generally yes. .ki is open to registrants worldwide through accredited registrars. Check the registry's current terms before you buy.
Does Google treat .ki as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .ki as a signal that a site targets Kiribati.
Compare and explore
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Sources checked: cck.ki ยท en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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