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.st Domain: São Tomé and Príncipe ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.st is the country-code top-level domain for São Tomé and Príncipe.

Overview

.st is the country-code top-level domain for São Tomé and Príncipe, in Africa. It is managed by Bahnhof ST Registry.

Marketed worldwide; The Washington Post uses wapo.st as a URL shortener.

Who can register

Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.

Before you buy a .st 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 .st?

.st is the country-code top-level domain for São Tomé and Príncipe.

Who runs the .st domain?

The .st registry is managed by Bahnhof ST Registry.

Can I register a .st domain from another country?

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

Does Google treat .st as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .st as a signal that a site targets São Tomé and Príncipe.

Compare and explore

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

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