About .om domain
.om is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) assigned to Oman, delegated by IANA and first introduced on 11 April 1996. The registry is managed by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), which assumed responsibility following a redelegation approved by ICANN on 5 August 2011. The TRA operates under a mandate extended by Royal Decree No. 64/2007 to organize, allocate, and manage domain names in Oman. In addition to the base .om extension, the registry also administers the Arabic-script equivalent and a structured set of second-level zones such as .co.om, .com.om, .edu.om, and others. The TRA is solely responsible for auto-renewing registered domains and accrediting registrars authorized to accept registration applications.
Who can register .om domain
Registration directly under .om is primarily available to Omani nationals, government administrative units, public juristic persons, foreign embassies in Oman, licensed enterprises and companies, civil and professional associations, trade unions, and non-profit organizations licensed to operate in Oman. Non-Omani individuals and foreign companies may also be permitted to register a .om second-level domain name directly, subject to conditions and measures issued by the TRA. Each second-level zone carries its own eligibility requirements — for example, .co.om and .com.om require a commercial license in Oman, .edu.om requires approval from Omani educational authorities, and .med.om is restricted to licensed health enterprises. Prospective registrants should verify their eligibility category before applying, as documentation of licensing or residency status may be required.
How to register .om domain
Search for your desired .om domain name through an accredited registrar authorized by the TRA. Confirmed accredited registrars include GulfCyberTech, Ooredoo Oman, Oman Telecommunication Company, Oman Data Park, and Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property — check the TRA's official website for the current list.
Compare the registrar's pricing, supported zone options (e.g., .om, .co.om, .com.om), and any additional services offered. Make sure the registrar supports the specific second-level zone you need, as eligibility requirements differ across zones.
Complete the registration application through your chosen registrar, providing accurate contact details and any required documentation to demonstrate eligibility — such as a commercial license, government affiliation, or proof of Omani nationality or residency.
After registration, verify your contact information is correct and configure your DNS settings to point to your hosting provider or servers. Note that the TRA handles auto-renewal of registered domains, so confirm the renewal process and any notification procedures with your registrar.
Typical uses of .om domain
The .om extension is used primarily by Omani government bodies, businesses, educational institutions, and professional organizations that want a locally recognized web presence. Companies licensed in Oman often choose .om or .com.om to signal their connection to the local market and build trust with Omani audiences. Beyond its intended use, .om has also attracted attention as a domain that closely resembles .com when a single character is dropped, making it a target for typosquatting — a practice where domains are registered to intercept traffic from users who mistype popular .com addresses.
Tips for registering .om domain
- Domain names under .om must be between 2 and 63 characters in length, using Latin letters, numbers, and hyphens — hyphens cannot appear at the start or end of the name. Single-letter and single-digit registrations are also permitted under the rules.
- The TRA is responsible for auto-renewing registered .om domains; confirm with your accredited registrar how renewal notifications and billing are handled to avoid unexpected lapses or charges.
- Each second-level zone (.co.om, .edu.om, .gov.om, .med.om, etc.) has distinct eligibility requirements — registering in the wrong zone or without proper documentation may result in rejection or cancellation of the domain.
- The TRA monitors registrars and registrants for compliance with its rules and guidelines, and retains the right to terminate registrar accreditation and take action on complaints — registrants should ensure their use of the domain remains compliant with TRA regulations.
- The TRA publishes the list of accredited registrars on its official website; always verify a registrar's current accreditation status before submitting a registration application or transferring a domain.