.VU Domain
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Vanuatu, a South Pacific island nation.
Registry & Technical Information
Registry Information
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Registration Requirements:
Registrants must have a local presence in Vanuatu or a trademark registered in Vanuatu.
Additional Information
Country Code Top-Level Domain, representing Vanuatu in the domain name system.
Vanuatu was formerly known as the New Hebrides before gaining independence in 1980.The .vu domain is sometimes creatively used for words ending in 'vu', such as 'déjà vu'.
Frequently Asked Questions
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Vanuatu, a South Pacific island nation. The .VU TLD is managed by Telecom Vanuatu Limited and was introduced in 1995.
Registration for .VU domains has the following restrictions: Registrants must have a local presence in Vanuatu or a trademark registered in Vanuatu.
The average pricing for a .VU domain is Prices vary widely depending on the registrar and type of domain, typically ranging from $50 to $100 USD per year.. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.
WHOIS information for .VU domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.vunic.vu. You can also use the RDAP service at null for more structured data access.
Popular registrars that support .VU domains include: 101domain, Marcaria, Gandi. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.
As a country code TLD, .VU provides geographic identity and can improve local SEO rankings. It's ideal for businesses and individuals targeting a specific geographic market.