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.SCH.AE Domains - Only $ 32.68

Establish your school's official online presence with a .sch.ae domain. Designed for eligible schools in the United Arab Emirates, this domain extension provides a recognisable local web address to share admissions information, academic programmes, school announcements and essential resources with students, parents and the wider education community.

1st Year Prices
$ 32.68 Registration
$ 32.68 Renew
$ 0.00 Transfer

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Why Register a .SCH.AE Domain?

Establish Your School's Official Identity

Give your educational institution a dedicated UAE domain name that reflects its identity. A .sch.ae address helps distinguish your school's website and provides a relevant online destination for students, parents, teachers and education professionals.

Share Academic and School Information

Create a central online resource for your school community. Publish admission requirements, academic programmes, school calendars, announcements, educational resources and important updates to keep students and parents informed.

Connect with Parents and Students

Make essential school information easier to access online. Bring contact details, campus locations, office hours, admissions enquiries and student resources together through a dedicated school website.

WHY CHOOSE .SCH.AE

WHY CHOOSE .SCH.AE

A .sch.ae domain is specifically intended for eligible schools within the United Arab Emirates. It provides a locally relevant online identity for public and private schools and helps educational institutions establish an official digital presence. Whether you want to publish admissions information, showcase academic programmes or communicate with parents and students, .sch.ae offers a domain extension associated with the UAE education sector.

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Establish your brand online with the right domain. Build credibility, protect your online identity, and strengthen your digital presence with Gate Hills.

.SCH.AE Domain Pricing

Years 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years
Register $ 32.68 $ 65.36 $ 98.04 $ 130.72 $ 163.40 $ 196.08 $ 228.76 $ 261.44 $ 294.12 $ 326.80
Renew $ 32.68 $ 65.36 $ 98.04 $ 130.72 $ 163.40 $ 196.08 $ 228.76 $ 261.44 $ 294.12 $ 326.80
Transfer $ 0.00 — — — — — — — — —

Note: Pricing may vary based on fluctuations in currency exchange rates.

.sch.ae Domain Information & Pricing

Explore .sch.ae domain registration, renewal and transfer pricing at Gatehills. Review UAE school registration requirements, eligibility documents, supported features and domain lifecycle information before choosing an official online address for your school or educational institution.
Introduced 1992 (.ae country-code domain introduction; the separate launch year of the .sch.ae zone is not independently documented)
Usage UAE public schools, private schools, primary schools, secondary schools, international schools, educational institutions, school websites, student portals, admissions information, academic programmes and school communication platforms.
Renewal Grace Period 90 days after expiry before entering Expired Hold status, during which renewal remains possible under the registry lifecycle policy.
Deletion Grace Period 3 days (Expired Hold Pending Purge period before the domain becomes eligible for removal from the registry)
Restore Period Not a separate redemption period. Renewal is permitted during the applicable post-expiry period before the domain enters Pending Purge status.
Renewal Upon Transfer No — a transfer does not normally extend the existing registration period. The current expiry date is retained, subject to registry transfer procedures.
Privacy Allowed No
IDN Supported No — .sch.ae registrations use the English character set. Arabic-language domain names are provided separately through the UAE's .امارات (dotEmarat) namespace, not as Arabic-script .sch.ae registrations.
DNSSEC Supported No
Type Country
Restrictions Restricted to eligible schools within the United Arab Emirates. Applicants must provide a copy of their School Registration Certificate or an appropriate letter from the UAE Ministry of Education. The administrative contact must be an employee of the requesting school and have delegated authority from the CEO, Chairman or Principal. The requested domain name must be an exact match, acronym, abbreviation or closely connected to the school's registered name, organisation name, trading name or trademark.
Registry Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) – .ae Domain Administration (.aeDA)
Wikipedia Entry Wikipedia
Registration Price (1 year) $ 32.68
Renewal Price (1 year) $ 32.68
Transfer Price $ 0.00
Restore Allowed No

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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01. What is a .sch.ae domain?
.sch.ae is a restricted third-level domain extension for schools in the United Arab Emirates. It provides an official and locally relevant web address for eligible public and private schools. Educational institutions can use it to publish school information, admissions details, academic programmes and resources for students and parents.
02. Who can register a .sch.ae domain?
Only eligible schools within the United Arab Emirates can register a .sch.ae domain. Applicants must provide a valid School Registration Certificate or an appropriate letter from the UAE Ministry of Education. The registration must also be authorised by the school's CEO, Chairman or Principal.
03. Can private schools register a .sch.ae domain?
Yes. Both public and private schools in the UAE can apply for a .sch.ae domain, provided they meet the registry's eligibility requirements and submit the necessary school registration documents. The domain name must also be relevant to the school's registered identity.
04. Who manages the .sch.ae domain extension?
The .sch.ae domain extension is administered by .ae Domain Administration (.aeDA), which operates under the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) of the United Arab Emirates. The registry establishes domain policies, while accredited registrars provide registration, renewal and transfer services.
05. What documents are required to register a .sch.ae domain?
Applicants must provide a copy of their school's Certificate of Registration or an appropriate confirmation letter from the UAE Ministry of Education. The administrative contact must be an employee of the requesting school and must have delegated authority from the CEO, Chairman or Principal to register the domain on behalf of the institution.
06. Can I register a .sch.ae domain for an educational website or tutoring business?
A .sch.ae domain is specifically restricted to eligible schools in the UAE. Independent tutors, private educational consultants and general tutoring businesses do not automatically qualify. Applicants must meet the registry's school eligibility requirements and provide the required documentation.
07. How long can I register a .sch.ae domain for?
A .sch.ae domain can generally be registered for 1 to 5 years. Renewal periods are also available from 1 to 5 years, subject to the registry's maximum registration term and continued eligibility requirements.
08. Can I transfer my .sch.ae domain to another registrar?
Yes. An eligible .sch.ae domain can be transferred to another accredited registrar using the required authorisation code and applicable registry procedures. The transfer does not normally extend the existing registration period, so the current expiry date should be checked before initiating the transfer.
09. Does .sch.ae support DNSSEC?
No. DNSSEC is not currently supported at the .ae country-code registry level. Schools should consult their registrar or DNS provider for available domain security features and recommended DNS configurations.
10. Can I create a professional school email address with .sch.ae?
Yes. A school can create professional email addresses such as [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected] by connecting its domain to a compatible email hosting provider. Email hosting is generally a separate service and requires the appropriate DNS configuration.
11. Is a .sch.ae domain good for SEO?
A .sch.ae domain helps identify a website as belonging to the UAE school and education sector. It can support local relevance and help parents and students recognise an educational institution's online presence. However, the domain extension alone does not guarantee higher search rankings. Relevant school information, local SEO, useful educational content, website performance and accurate contact details are important for improving search visibility.
12. Does a .sch.ae domain include website hosting?
No. Registering a .sch.ae domain secures your school's web address but does not automatically include website hosting, website design, student management software or email hosting. These services can be purchased separately or through a suitable hosting package.
13. What happens if my .sch.ae domain expires?
If your .sch.ae domain expires, your website and associated email services may eventually stop working. Under the .aeDA registry lifecycle policy, the domain enters an expired status while renewal remains possible. After 90 days, it enters Expired Hold, followed by a 30-day period before Pending Purge. A further three days later, the domain becomes eligible for removal from the registry. Renew your domain before these deadlines to avoid losing your school's online address.