Type
New Generic TLD
Introduced
2014
Registry Operator
Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi)
Registration
Open registration, available to anyone worldwide
About .ist
The .ist TLD is a geographic domain representing Istanbul, derived from the city's airport-style abbreviation. It is operated by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality to promote the city's businesses, residents, and identity online. Registration is open, allowing anyone with a connection to Istanbul to register.
.ist pricing
| Action | Price | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Register | $22.49 | 1 year |
| Renew | $22.49 | per year |
| Transfer in | $22.49 | adds 1 year |
Prices in USD and include free WHOIS privacy and DNS management. Final price is confirmed at checkout.
Register a .ist domain
Get your .ist domain for $22.49/yr, with free WHOIS privacy included.
Check .ist availabilityFrequently asked questions
- How much does a .ist domain cost?
- A .ist domain costs $22.49 per year to register at MyDomains.tech, and renews at $22.49 per year. Transferring an existing .ist domain to us costs $22.49 and adds a year to your registration.
- Who can register a .ist domain?
- .ist is open for registration to anyone worldwide. There are no residency, business, or eligibility requirements.
- Who operates the .ist registry?
- .ist is operated by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi), and was introduced in 2014. MyDomains.tech is a domain reseller: we register through ICANN-accredited registrars, so your domain is recorded with the official registry. The sponsoring registrar varies by extension and is shown with your domain in your client area.
- Does a .ist domain include WHOIS privacy?
- Yes. Every .ist domain registered with MyDomains.tech includes free WHOIS privacy where the registry permits it, replacing your personal contact details in the public WHOIS record.