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.mu Domain: Mauritius ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.mu is the country-code top-level domain for Mauritius.

Overview

.mu is the country-code top-level domain for Mauritius, in Africa. It is managed by MUNIC (Mauritius Network Information Centre).

Most registrations are made under .com.mu and other second-level names.

Who can register

Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.

Second-level endings: Mostly under .com.mu, .net.mu, .org.mu and others.

Before you buy a .mu 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 .mu?

.mu is the country-code top-level domain for Mauritius.

Who runs the .mu domain?

The .mu registry is managed by MUNIC (Mauritius Network Information Centre).

Can I register a .mu domain from another country?

Generally yes. .mu is open to registrants worldwide through accredited registrars. Check the registry's current terms before you buy.

Does Google treat .mu as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .mu as a signal that a site targets Mauritius.

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

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