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.XN--MGBCPQ6GPA1A Domains - Only $ 31.84

Build your online identity in Arabic with a .البحرين domain. Ideal for businesses, organizations, and individuals looking to connect with Arabic-speaking audiences and represent Bahrain online.

1st Year Prices
$ 31.84 Registration
$ 31.84 Renew
$ 31.84 Transfer

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Why Register a .البحرين Domain?

Connect with Bahrain

Give your website a recognizable Bahraini identity with an Arabic domain extension representing the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Reach Arabic-Speaking Audiences

Create a web address in Arabic that feels familiar to Arabic-speaking visitors, customers, and communities.

Strengthen Your Local Identity

Showcase your connection to Bahrain with a domain suitable for businesses, organizations, cultural projects, and personal websites.

WHY CHOOSE .البحرين

WHY CHOOSE .البحرين

A .البحرين domain gives your website a distinctive Arabic identity connected to Bahrain. It is suitable for businesses, organizations, and individuals who want to reach Arabic-speaking audiences. Use it to create a recognizable online presence that reflects your connection to the Kingdom.

Secure your digital advantage

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

.XN--MGBCPQ6GPA1A Domain Pricing

Years 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years
Register $ 31.84 $ 63.68 $ 95.52 $ 127.36 $ 159.20 $ 191.04 $ 222.88 $ 254.72 $ 286.56 $ 318.40
Renew $ 31.84 $ 63.68 $ 95.52 $ 127.36 $ 159.20 $ 191.04 $ 222.88 $ 254.72 $ 286.56 $ 318.40
Transfer $ 31.84 — — — — — — — — —

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

.البحرين Domain Information & Pricing

The .البحرين extension is Bahrain's internationalized country-code top-level domain (IDN ccTLD), designed for Arabic-language domain names. Its technical ASCII representation is .البحرين. Managed by Bahrain's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), it allows individuals, businesses, and organizations worldwide to establish an online identity using Arabic script. Domain names must follow the registry's Arabic character and naming requirements. Registrations are available for periods of one to five years.
Introduced 2010 (Approved under ICANN's IDN Fast Track Process, with a modernized infrastructure platform relaunch finalized in late 2021 alongside the Latin-script .bh TLD).
Usage Exclusively deployed by public government bodies, local commercial brands, and regional organizations seeking a fully native, right-to-left Arabic digital identity within the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Renewal Grace Period 45 days
Deletion Grace Period 5 days after the 30-day retrieval period
Restore Period 30 days to request retrieval after the 45-day renewal period
Renewal Upon Transfer No automatic additional year; the remaining registration period is retained
Privacy Allowed No
IDN Supported Yes
DNSSEC Supported Yes
Type Country
Restrictions Domain labels must use permitted Arabic characters, must not start with a number, and must follow registry naming rules
Registry Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Bahrain
Wikipedia Entry Wikipedia
Registration Price (1 year) $ 31.84
Renewal Price (1 year) $ 31.84
Transfer Price $ 31.84
Restore Allowed Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

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01. What is a .البحرين domain?
A .البحرين domain is Bahrain's Arabic-script country-code top-level domain (IDN ccTLD). It allows websites to use an Arabic domain extension representing the Kingdom of Bahrain. Its technical ASCII or punycode form is .xn--mgbcpq6gpa1a.
02. Who can register a .البحرين domain?
Individuals, businesses, and organizations worldwide can register a .البحرين domain during international general availability, subject to the Bahrain Registry's registration rules.
03. What can I use a .البحرين domain for?
You can use a .البحرين domain for Arabic-language business websites, online stores, personal websites, cultural projects, organizations, and other websites connected to Bahrain or Arabic-speaking audiences.
04. Is .البحرين the Arabic version of .bh?
Yes. .البحرين is Bahrain's Arabic-script country-code domain and operates alongside the Latin-script .bh extension. Both are managed by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Bahrain.
05. How long can I register a .البحرين domain?
A .البحرين domain can be registered for 1 to 5 years. You can renew it before expiration to maintain your domain registration.
06. Does .البحرين support internationalized domain names (IDNs)?
Yes. .البحرين is itself an internationalized domain extension. Domain names registered under it must follow the registry's permitted Arabic character rules and naming requirements.
07. Can I protect my personal information with a .البحرين domain?
The Bahrain Registry provides public WHOIS information, and dedicated privacy protection has not been confirmed as a standard registry feature. Check with your registrar about available privacy services and applicable disclosure requirements.
08. Can I transfer my .البحرين domain to another registrar?
Yes. You can transfer your .البحرين domain to another accredited registrar by following the registry's transfer procedure and providing the required verification information. Registrar transfers do not automatically add another year to the registration.
09. Does a .البحرين domain support DNSSEC?
Yes. The .البحرين top-level domain has a secure DNSSEC delegation, helping DNS resolvers verify the authenticity of DNS information.
10. Can I use a .البحرين domain for my business email?
Yes. You can use a .البحرين domain for business email if your email hosting provider supports internationalized domain names. Check compatibility before setting up your email accounts.
11. Does a .البحرين domain improve SEO?
A .البحرين domain does not automatically improve search rankings. However, it can help establish an Arabic-language identity and make your website address more recognizable to Arabic-speaking audiences. Relevant content and good SEO practices remain important.
12. What happens when my .البحرين domain expires?
After expiration, the domain remains active for a 45-day renewal period. If it is not renewed, it becomes deactivated and enters a 30-day retrieval period. After that, it is deleted following an additional 5-day period and may become available for registration again.
13. Can I restore my expired .البحرين domain?
Yes. You can request retrieval of your expired .البحرين domain within the 30-day period following the initial 45-day renewal period. Registry retrieval fees and applicable registrar charges may apply.