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Register a .ch domain — Switzerland's domain extension

.ch is the official country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Switzerland. It tells visitors your website is rooted in Switzerland and builds instant local trust.

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.ch at a glance

Term
1 year
Eligibility
Open to all
DNSSEC
Yes
WHOIS privacy
No

.ch registration rules

What you need to know before registering, transferring or renewing a .ch domain.

Registration

Registration term
1 year
Internationalised names (IDN)
Not supported
Name length
Up to 63 characters: letters, numbers and hyphens (registry minimums may apply)

Requirements

Restrictions
Open to everyone — conditions below
Extra registrant data
Not required
Local presence / trustee service
Not offered

Transfer & ownership

Transfer to Upflare
Supported
Transfer method
Auth (EPP) code from your current registrar

Renewal & expiry

Registry quarantine
40 days — restore fee applies

Before you register a .ch domain

  • Anyone can register a .ch — Swiss nationality or residence isn’t required.
  • A full name, postal address and email are required; holders outside Switzerland must give a Swiss correspondence address if an authority asks.
  • Name servers aren’t needed to register; the domain simply stays inactive until one is set.

Information verified on 17 Oct 2026. Sources: SWITCH registration policy · IANA root zone database. Registry rules can change — our support team confirms the details for your order.

Why choose a .ch domain?

Signal a clear local presence in Switzerland.

Build trust with customers in Switzerland who prefer a local address.

Strengthen local SEO for searches tied to Switzerland.

Protect your brand by securing its .ch version.

Who .ch is for

Businesses, shops, institutions and creators targeting the Switzerland market.

How to register a .ch domain

  1. 1Search for your name above and add the .ch domain to your cart.
  2. 2Fill in your contact details — they must be accurate and up to date.
  3. 3Make sure you meet the .ch registration rules below; the registry may check them.
  4. 4Manage DNS, connect hosting or email from your Upflare dashboard once the domain is active.
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.ch domain FAQs

.ch domains can be registered for 1 year at a time, and renewed before they expire.

Yes. Anyone can register a .ch — Swiss nationality or residence isn’t required. A full name, postal address and email are required; holders outside Switzerland must give a Swiss correspondence address if an authority asks.

Unlock the domain at your current registrar, request its auth (EPP) code and start the transfer on our transfer page.

The .ch registry doesn't allow WHOIS privacy services. Registry rules decide which details are public.

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