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.ms Domain: Montserrat ccTLD Guide
.ms is the country-code top-level domain for Montserrat.
Overview
.ms is the country-code top-level domain for Montserrat, in the Americas. It is managed by MNI Networks Ltd.
Microsoft uses aka.ms as a link shortener.
Who can register
Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.
Second-level endings: Also .com.ms, .edu.ms, .gov.ms, .net.ms, .org.ms.
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 nic.ms. The official record for .ms is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .ms 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 .ms name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .ms?
.ms is the country-code top-level domain for Montserrat.
Who runs the .ms domain?
The .ms registry is managed by MNI Networks Ltd.
Can I register a .ms domain from another country?
Generally yes. .ms is open to registrants worldwide through accredited registrars. Check the registry's current terms before you buy.
Does Google treat .ms as a country domain?
Google treats .ms as a generic ending, like .com, rather than as a signal for Montserrat.
Compare and explore
Compare .ms side by side with other extensions, or browse more in the Americas:
Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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