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.sk Domain: Slovakia ccTLD Guide
.sk is the country-code top-level domain for Slovakia.
Overview
.sk is the country-code top-level domain for Slovakia, in Europe. It is managed by SK-NIC.
Open to registrants worldwide; the registry requires valid contact details but not a Slovak presence.
Who can register
Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.
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.sk-nic.sk. The official record for .sk is in the IANA root zone database.
Before you buy a .sk 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 .sk name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.
Frequently asked questions
What country is .sk?
.sk is the country-code top-level domain for Slovakia.
Who runs the .sk domain?
The .sk registry is managed by SK-NIC.
Can I register a .sk domain from another country?
Generally yes. .sk is open to registrants worldwide through accredited registrars. Check the registry's current terms before you buy.
Does Google treat .sk as a country domain?
Yes. Google normally treats .sk as a signal that a site targets Slovakia.
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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org ยท www.zone.ee. Last reviewed October 2026.
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