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.mo Domain: Macao ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.mo is the country-code top-level domain for Macao.

Overview

.mo is the country-code top-level domain for Macao, in Asia. It is managed by Macao Network Information Centre (MONIC).

Registration is limited to local businesses and organisations in Macau.

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: Also .com.mo, .net.mo, .org.mo, .edu.mo, .gov.mo.

Before you buy a .mo 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 .mo name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .mo?

.mo is the country-code top-level domain for Macao.

Who runs the .mo domain?

The .mo registry is managed by Macao Network Information Centre (MONIC).

Can I register a .mo domain from another country?

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

Yes. Google normally treats .mo as a signal that a site targets Macao.

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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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