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.tc Domain: Turks and Caicos Islands ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.tc is the country-code top-level domain for the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Overview

.tc is the country-code top-level domain for the Turks and Caicos Islands, in the Americas. It is managed by NIC TC (Melrex TC).

Open to anyone; TC is also the initials of Türkiye Cumhuriyeti, which gives the extension appeal in Turkish-language branding.

Who can register

Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.

Second-level endings: Also .com.tc, .net.tc, .org.tc.

Before you buy a .tc 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 .tc name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .tc?

.tc is the country-code top-level domain for the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Who runs the .tc domain?

The .tc registry is managed by NIC TC (Melrex TC).

Can I register a .tc domain from another country?

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

Does Google treat .tc as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .tc as a signal that a site targets the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Compare and explore

Compare .tc side by side with other extensions, or browse more in the Americas:

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

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