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    Register .post Domain

    Compare 1 registrarsFrom $274.99/yrPrices updated 9 hours ago

    Compare .post domain prices

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    Type
    Sponsored top-level domain
    Registry
    Universal Postal Union
    Launched
    Registration term
    1–10 years
    DNSSEC
    Supported
    IDN
    Supported

    About .post domain

    .post is a sponsored top-level domain (sTLD) managed by the Universal Postal Union (UPU), a specialized agency of the United Nations headquartered in Bern. ICANN approved the extension in April 2005 during its second round of new TLD evaluations, and the domain was formally delegated to the IANA root zone on August 7–8, 2012. The registry backend is operated by Afilias. The UPU holds full managing authority over .post, developing and enforcing eligibility rules, verifying registrant qualifications, and issuing Community IDs required before any domain can be registered.

    Who can register .post domain

    Registration of a .post domain is restricted exclusively to members of the .post Sponsored Community — it is not open to the general public. Before registering, each applicant must submit a Community ID request to the UPU, which verifies eligibility and issues a .post Community ID as a prerequisite. Applicants must provide legal proof of ownership of the desired string and must fall into one of 11 defined Registrant Groups outlined in the .post Domain Management Policy. Eligible registrants include UPU member postal operators, post offices, and postal-sector-related organizations. Following a policy update, private-sector organizations involved in postal and supply chain solutions — such as logistics, track-and-trace, identity, cross-border payments, and blockchain applications — are also eligible to apply.

    How to register .post domain

    Because .post is a restricted sTLD allocated through the Universal Postal Union's own eligibility and verification process, domains are not registered through the standard commercial registrar checkout flow. Prospective registrants must first contact the UPU directly and submit a Community ID request, demonstrating that they qualify under one of the 11 recognized Registrant Groups in the .post Domain Management Policy. The UPU reviews the application, verifies legal proof of ownership of the desired string, and — if approved — issues a .post Community ID that authorizes the registrant to proceed with domain registration. The UPU itself oversees the attribution of domain names to approved stakeholders and monitors compliance with its governance rules on an ongoing basis.

    Typical uses of .post domain

    .post domains are used primarily by national postal operators, post offices, and postal-sector organizations to establish a verified, trusted online presence distinct from generic domain extensions. Early adopters included postal services in Italy, Brazil, and Malaysia, which used their .post addresses to offer web interfaces for traditional services such as letter and parcel delivery, as well as advanced offerings like Postal Registered Electronic Mail (PREM). Organizations in the postal sector choose .post to signal authenticity and legitimacy to customers, since the extension's strict eligibility requirements make it a recognized mark of genuine postal affiliation.

    Tips for registering .post domain

    • Eligibility verification comes before registration: the UPU must issue a .post Community ID to the applicant before any domain name can be formally registered, so factor this approval process into your timeline.
    • Legal documentation is mandatory: applicants must supply legal proof of ownership or entitlement to the specific string they wish to register, so prepare corporate or organizational documents in advance.
    • The .post Domain Management Policy defines 11 distinct Registrant Groups; confirm which group your organization falls into before submitting your Community ID request to avoid delays.
    • Following a policy revision, private-sector companies providing postal and supply chain solutions — including logistics, track-and-trace, and cross-border payment services — became eligible, broadening the pool of potential registrants beyond traditional postal operators.
    • Dispute resolution for .post domains follows the UDRP (Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy), the standard ICANN mechanism for resolving trademark-based domain disputes.

    Frequently asked questions about .post domain

    How much does it cost to register and renew a .post domain?As of today, .post domains start from $274.99/yr on NameBeta, with prices ranging up to $274.99/yr across 1 registrars. See the registrar comparison table on this page for live prices.
    Which registrars support .post domains?NameBeta tracks 1 registrars that support .post domain registration, with the cheapest option at $274.99/yr. Full list on this page.
    Who operates .post domain?The registry for .post domains is Universal Postal Union.
    Who can register a .post domain?

    Eligibility is determined by the Universal Postal Union, not by a commercial registrar. Applicants must belong to one of 11 Registrant Groups defined in the .post Domain Management Policy, which covers national postal operators, post offices, postal-sector organizations, and — following a policy expansion — private-sector companies active in logistics, track-and-trace, identity, cross-border payments, and blockchain applications. The UPU issues a Community ID only after reviewing submitted legal documentation, so prospective registrants should initiate contact with the UPU well before they need the domain live.

    Can I transfer a .post domain between registrars?

    Because .post domains are allocated through the Universal Postal Union's own governance framework rather than through standard commercial registrar channels, inter-registrar transfer procedures differ from those of open gTLDs. Any transfer or change of registrant would be subject to UPU oversight and the conditions set out in the .post Domain Management Policy. Registrants should consult the UPU directly for the current process governing transfers, as eligibility re-verification may be required to ensure the receiving party also qualifies under the Sponsored Community rules.

    What dispute resolution policy applies to .post domains?

    .post domains are subject to the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP), the standard ICANN mechanism used across most gTLDs and sTLDs. Under UDRP, a trademark holder can file a complaint with an approved dispute resolution provider if they believe a domain was registered in bad faith and infringes on their mark. Because .post already requires pre-registration eligibility verification by the UPU, abusive registrations are less common than in open TLDs, but the UDRP remains available as a formal remedy.

    Can a private company with no direct postal heritage register a .post domain?

    Yes, following a policy revision the eligibility criteria were expanded beyond traditional postal operators. Private-sector organizations that provide postal and supply chain solutions — including logistics providers, track-and-trace platforms, identity services, cross-border payment processors, and blockchain application developers — are now eligible to apply. These organizations must still submit a Community ID request to the UPU, provide legal documentation, and be confirmed as falling within an approved Registrant Group before a domain can be registered.

    What is the Community ID and why is it required?

    The Community ID is a credential issued by the Universal Postal Union that confirms an applicant has been vetted and approved as a legitimate member of the .post Sponsored Community. No domain registration can proceed without it, making it a mandatory first step rather than an optional verification. The UPU reviews the applicant's legal documentation and organizational profile before issuing the ID, ensuring that every active .post domain holder has been independently authenticated — a key feature that distinguishes .post from open, unrestricted TLDs.