Domain name registration is simple.
However, you'll first need to establish if your domain name is available.
Enter your preferred domain name in the field below:
What are the valid characters and valid lengths for domain names?
The English-language letters A through Z, and the digits 0 through 9. You may also use hyphens (-). Your domain cannot begin or end in a hyphen and you cannot have two hyphens in a row. Spaces and special characters (such as !, $, &, ê, and so on) are never permitted. The maximum length is 63 characters. Domain names are NOT case sensitive. You may advertise your name in upper or lower case or a combination of both.
How do I check availability?
Simply use the search facility at the top of this page. Search results will be displayed and you will have the option to proceed.
If I am not eligible for a com.au domain name what choices do I have?
Select a domain name extension that is not subject to allocation policies for example: .com, .net .org., .info, or .biz
.com.au and/or .net.au
To be eligible, registrants must be:
- an Australian registered company; or
- trading under a registered business name in any Australian State or Territory; or
- an Australian partnership or sole trader; or
- a foreign company licensed to trade in Australia; or
- an owner of an Australian Registered Trade Mark; or
- an applicant for an Australian Registered Trade Mark 1 ; or
- an association incorporated in any Australian State or Territory; or
- an Australian commercial statutory body.
.org.au
To be eligible, registrants must be:
- a charity operating in Australia, as defined in the registrant's constitution or other documents of incorporation; or
- a non-profit organisation operating in Australia, as defined in the registrant's constitution or other documents of incorporation.
.asn.au
To be eligible, registrants must be:
- an association incorporated in any Australian State or Territory; or
- a political party registered with the Australian Electoral Commission; or
- a trade union or other organisation registered under the Workplace Relations Act 1996; or
- a sporting or special interest club operating in Australia.
.id.au
To be eligible, registrants must be:
- an Australian citizen; or
- an Australian resident.
