.sg Registration

The .sg registration, the top level country code web domain registration for Singapore, was formulated in 1988. Administrated by the Singapore Network Information Centre, the .sg registration operations are processed by approved registrars. The SGNIC also provides the technical contacts for .sg domain registrations. The .sg registrations are carried out on a first-come first-served basis. The .sg is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Singapore.

The Singapore Network Information Centre has established the Singapore domain dispute resolution policy which is to be followed during .sg domain registration. By paying $300 US dollars for two years, you can register .sg domain names online through the official website http://www.nic.net.sg. Local presence in Singapore is necessary for the registration. The applicant must have local contacts, citizenship or company in Singapore. The administrator controls the .sg domain name system and the registration of second level domain and third levels under second level. The sub domains available are:

• .net.sg — info-com operators and network related firms
• .com.sg — commercial organizations
• .gov.sg — used for government authorities
• .org.sg — non-profit organizations in the society or charitable trusts
• .edu.sg — for educations institutions like universities, schools, etc
• .idn.sg — Tamil and Chinese domain names
• .per.sg — used as personal domains for individuals

The .sg domain name can comprise characters ranging from 2 to 63 excluding the extension. The valid characters are alphabets and numbers. The hyphen is the only symbol allowed, but it cannot be used at the beginning or end of domain names. The registered .sg domain names should not be used for unlawful purposes. The .sg domains can be renewed or deleted upon request. The registered domain names will be activated within 24 hours of the registration.

The .sg domain name enables the internet users to access your web pages and locate your server more efficiently. The .sg registration confers a unique identity on you and this will promote your brands and services effectively in the Singapore market.