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.va Domain: Vatican City ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.va is the country-code top-level domain for Vatican City.

Overview

.va is the country-code top-level domain for Vatican City, in Europe. It is managed by Holy See (Vatican Internet Service).

Not available to the public; used only for official Holy See sites.

Who can register

Only certain kinds of registrant qualify, or applications are vetted.

Before you buy a .va 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 .va?

.va is the country-code top-level domain for Vatican City.

Who runs the .va domain?

The .va registry is managed by Holy See (Vatican Internet Service).

Can I register a .va domain from another country?

Only if you fall into a qualifying category. .va is restricted, so check the registry's rules.

Does Google treat .va as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .va as a signal that a site targets Vatican City.

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

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