Special domains .aero, .kz, .bank, .eco, and .spa
These domains have special conditions for registration, renewal or administration.
.aero
Who can register a domain name in the .aero domain?
A domain name in the .aero domain can be registered by any natural or legal person related to the following aviation sections:
- space industry;
- state and private airlines;
- airports and airfields;
- air cargo transportation enterprises;
- logistical support enterprises for air companies;
- air traffic system services;
- aircraft crews;
- air transport unions;
- aviation clubs (aeroclubs) and their members;
- educational institutions and information structures of aviation;
- aircraft industry associations and other representative organizations;
- legislative associations of aviation;
- aviation media;
- civil aviation management structures;
- government agencies responsible for ensuring the operation of aviation, providing assistance to airlines and weather bureaus; etc.
This list may be expanded by decision of the domain administrator — SITA Information Networking Computing USA.
Is it possible to register third-level domain names in the .aero domain?
It is possible, but by separate agreement with the .aero administrator — SITA.
Obtaining a unique identifier for the .aero domain
Registration of the specialized .aero domain is possible after receiving special identifiers. .aero domains are intended for representatives of the aviation industry - to register a domain name, request an identifier (ID) by filling out a form on the domain zone website.
I got ENS_AuthID and ENS_AuthKey, I make an order to register an .aero domain, but I get an error that the domain cannot be registered. What is the problem?
Most likely, the problem is that the ENS_AuthID and ENS_AuthKey identifiers issued to you have not yet been validated by the .aero domain registry. They will be confirmed once the registry verifies your affiliation with the airline industry. In order to check the application status, you need to log in to your personal account on the .aero registry website: Https://www.information.aero/user/login,, using ENS_AuthID and ENS_AuthKey as the login and password, respectively. Next, select “Registration”, “Manage Your .aero ID” - “View Pending .aero ID Applications”. This page reflects your correspondence with the registry support team indicating what you need to provide in order for your application to be approved.
.kz
Terms of .kz domain registration
A mandatory condition for registering a .kz domain is to specify the location data of the server equipment on which the Internet resource will be located. This server can only be located on the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Such data includes:
- postal address of the web server;
- city of the web server for the domain;
- region of the web server.
When specifying the location data of the server equipment, the following characters are allowed:
- Latin letters;
- Numbers;
- period, comma, space, hyphen and quotation marks ("").
The field value must not exceed 150 characters.
Changing server equipment location data
To make changes to the server equipment location information, you need to:
- log in to your profile;
- select "My domains" in the "Active services" menu;
- find the .kz domain in the list of domains and click on it as an active link;
- select the "Change" link in the "Server equipment location" column;
- make the necessary changes;
- click "Save changes".
What happens if, when registering a .kz domain, I specify the location of server equipment that is not located in the Republic of Kazakhstan?
Specifying the location of server equipment that is obviously not located in Kazakhstan may be grounds for suspending the delegation of the domain.
.bank
Who has the right to apply for registration of a domain name in the .bank domain?
Only members of the global banking community: banks or savings associations have the right to register such domain names. fTLD Registry Services, LLC (fTLD), which is the Administrator of the .bank top-level domain, carries out charter and other verification of .bank domain name applicants. The full list of the eligibility criteria for .bank domain name registration is available here.
How do I check on the availability of a .bank domain name?
To check on the availability of a domain name, use the "Select My .bank Domain" feature here.
How do I register a .bank domain name?
To register a .bank domain name, you need to:
- Fill out the application form for verification on the fTLD website, selecting the domain registrar (Regional Network Information Center, JSC dba RU-CENTER) from the drop-down list, and also providing the registrar's email address (im@nic.ru) if a corresponding request is received;
- place an order for domain name registration on Rucenter website.
Which name servers can I assign for my .bank domain names?
.bank domain names must be located on name servers in the .bank TLD for ensuring compliance with the Security Requirements.
Can I buy any desired domain name if I comply with the eligibility criteria?
You can register a domain name matching your company's trademark, trade name and/or service mark. Advice about selecting domain names is given in the .bank Name Selection Policy.
How does the .bank verification process work?
To ensure that registrations are made only to organizations that meet and maintain the eligibility requirements, fTLD Registry Services LLC performs verification upon the initial registration of a .bank domain, annually thereafter and if certain registration information changes (e.g., Registrant Organization, Registrant Email). Verification process overview is accessible here. https://www.ftld.com/registrar-toolkit/
How long does the domain name verification and/or registration take?
For new registrants, the verification process is usually completed in a few business days, and upon its completion, the registration process is a matter of a couple of business days from submission by your Registrar to fTLD’s approval. For existing Registrants, the verification is usually completed more quickly. However, because the verification process requires email and/or telephone contact with the Registrant’s organization to verify certain information (i.e., the requestor is a full-time employee of the company and is authorized to make registrations on their behalf), it may take longer to complete. Registrants can expedite verification by ensuring that all individuals that may be contacted are aware of the need to respond to these requests as quickly as possible.
What information is checked during the verification process?
- Security check: ffTLD will verify the Registrant Contact and Registrant Organization against government and restricted lists/blacklists.
- Registrant Organization Eligibility: ffTLD will verify the Registrant Organization is eligible as defined in the .bank Registrant Eligibility Policy. New Registrants should be prepared to provide applicable copies of confirming documentation such as Charters, Articles of Incorporation or Certifications of Formation, if requested.
- Registrant Organization Address: fTLD will verify whether the address is valid for the Registrant Organization.
- Name Selection: fTLD will verify that the domain name indicated in the application complies with the .bank Name Selection Policy.
- Registrant Contact Employment and Authority: fTLD will verify the Registrant Contact is a full-time, non-contracting employee of the Registrant Organization and is authorized to request domain name(s) on its behalf. This confirmation via email and/or telephone must be made by one of the following: the direct manager of the Registrant Contact, the department manager/director/lead of the Registrant Contact, an officer or executive of the Registrant Organization, or an HR representative of the Registrant Organization.
Our country does not provide for issuing a special banking license or statutory document as a separate document. If fTLD requests one, what should we send?
fTLD takes into account the fact that different countries have different rules regarding bank certification and accepts other documents applicable in a particular country.
I have been notified that my domain name is pending verification. What should I do?
fTLD uses information provided by you to confirm your eligibility for a domain name. fTLD will contact you via email or telephone if specific additional information is needed. It is important that you respond to fTLD’s request(s) promptly as your domain name cannot be registered until the verification process is completed. Any questions about the verification process should be sent to verify@fTLD.com.
When does fTLD re-verify eligibility for a .bank domain name ?
To ensure that Registrants maintain eligibility for their domain name(s), fTLD conducts annual verifications or when certain registration information changes (e.g., Registrant Organization, Registrant Name, Registrant Email).
What are the Security Requirement in .bank that make domain names more secure?
fTLD requires compliance with a set of Registrant Security Requirements that are not mandated by the operators of other commercially available gTLDs. Additionally, the document accessible here outlines the requirements fTLD and its Registrars must follow to ensure the secure, stable and reliable operations of the .bank domain.
Is there a way I can check to see if my .bank domain name and website are in compliance with the Security Requirements?
fTLD published on its website a list of publicly available free resources that can be helpful in understanding whether the .bank domain name's and website's settings meet the Security Requirements. These resources are not exact checks against the requirements so the Registrant may still receive compliance notices even if these resources do not identify any issues. Registrants may email fTLD at compliance@ftld.com to check the compliance status of a specific domain.
What is a Proxy/Privacy Registration Service and why is it prohibited for .bank domains?
Proxy/Privacy Registration Services are used to conceal the true identity of the domain name owner and their contact information. fTLD prohibits this practice as it makes it difficult to identify and contact a Registrant that is alleged to be using their domain name for practices that are in violation of fTLD’s Acceptable Use / Anti-Abuse Policy.
Who is responsible for enforcing the Security Requirements and Policies in .bank?
fTLD is ultimately responsible for enforcing all of the requirements and policies in .bank Registrars will also play a role in enforcement as they have the direct relationship with the Registrants. fTLD always retains the right to take action if the Registrar fails to do so.
Where can I find all the .bank Policies?
All fTLD Policies for .bank are located here: https://www.ftld.com/WP/policies/.
.eco
How do I activate .eco domain?
To activate an .eco domain, you need to create an account on the Profiles.eco website — a link to create it will be sent to the domain owner by email after the domain name registration procedure is completed.
If you do not receive the link, you can request it again by entering the .eco domain name and the email address you provided when registering it.
.spa
Terms of .spa domain registration
.spa domains are available to individuals and legal entities without any restrictions.
After registration, the administrator of the .spa zone has the right to send a request to the owner of the domain name to confirm the intention to use the domain for projects in the spa and wellness industry. If the corresponding confirmation is not received, the name may be blocked until the end of the registration period without reimbursement of its cost.