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.vu Domain: Vanuatu ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.vu is the country-code top-level domain for Vanuatu.

Overview

.vu is the country-code top-level domain for Vanuatu, in Oceania. It is managed by the Telecommunications Radiocommunications and Broadcasting Regulator (Vanuatu).

Open to registrants worldwide, with some names reserved; the registry back-end is run by GoDaddy Registry.

Who can register

Anyone, anywhere, can generally register through accredited registrars.

Before you buy a .vu 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 .vu?

.vu is the country-code top-level domain for Vanuatu.

Who runs the .vu domain?

The .vu registry is managed by Telecommunications Radiocommunications and Broadcasting Regulator (Vanuatu).

Can I register a .vu domain from another country?

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

Does Google treat .vu as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .vu as a signal that a site targets Vanuatu.

Compare and explore

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

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