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.mt Domain: Malta ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.mt is the country-code top-level domain for Malta.

Overview

.mt is the country-code top-level domain for Malta, in Europe. It is managed by NIC Malta.

Registrants must declare rights to the name as a trademark or trade name under Maltese law; direct second-level names are also allowed.

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.mt, .org.mt, .edu.mt, .gov.mt.

Before you buy a .mt 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?

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Frequently asked questions

What country is .mt?

.mt is the country-code top-level domain for Malta.

Who runs the .mt domain?

The .mt registry is managed by NIC Malta.

Can I register a .mt domain from another country?

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

Yes. Google normally treats .mt as a signal that a site targets Malta.

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

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