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.uy Domain: Uruguay ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.uy is the country-code top-level domain for Uruguay.

Overview

.uy is the country-code top-level domain for Uruguay, in the Americas. It is managed by Servicio Central de Informatica (SeCIU), Universidad de la Republica.

Holders need a Uruguayan address and local identification; foreign companies must appoint a local legal representative in Uruguay.

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 .com.uy, .org.uy, .edu.uy, .gub.uy.

Before you buy a .uy 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 .uy?

.uy is the country-code top-level domain for Uruguay.

Who runs the .uy domain?

The .uy registry is managed by Servicio Central de Informatica (SeCIU), Universidad de la Republica.

Can I register a .uy domain from another country?

Usually not directly. .uy 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 .uy as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .uy as a signal that a site targets Uruguay.

Compare and explore

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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org · www.nominus.com. Last reviewed October 2026.

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