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.re Domain: Réunion ccTLD Guide
.re is the country-code top-level domain for Réunion.
Overview
.re is the country-code top-level domain for Réunion, in Africa. It is managed by AFNIC.
Managed by AFNIC and open to registrants based in the EU/EEA area, Switzerland or other eligible European territories; rules mirror .fr.
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 .asso.re, .nom.re, .com.re.
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.afnic.fr. The official record for .re is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .re 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 .re name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .re?
.re is the country-code top-level domain for Réunion.
Who runs the .re domain?
The .re registry is managed by AFNIC.
Can I register a .re domain from another country?
Usually not directly. .re 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 .re as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .re as a signal that a site targets Réunion.
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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.
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