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.km Domain: Comoros ccTLD Guide
.km is the country-code top-level domain for the Comoros.
Overview
.km is the country-code top-level domain for the Comoros, in Africa. It is managed by Comores Telecom (registry operated by VeriSign).
Rarely used; reports differ on eligibility, with some second levels needing a local presence, so check before buying.
Who can register
Clear, current rules for overseas registrants are not readily available. Contact the registry or a registrar before you buy.
Second-level endings: Also .com.km, .coop.km, .asso.km, .nom.km, .tm.km.
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 www.domaine.km. The official record for .km is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .km 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 .km name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .km?
.km is the country-code top-level domain for the Comoros.
Who runs the .km domain?
The .km registry is managed by Comores Telecom (registry operated by VeriSign).
Can I register a .km domain from another country?
Clear, current rules for overseas registrants are not readily available. Contact the registry or a registrar before you buy.
Does Google treat .km as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .km as a signal that a site targets the Comoros.
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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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