How long does it take to
register a domain name?
Domain |
Expected Time To Register / Confirm |
.com |
4 - 24 hours |
.net |
4 - 24 hours |
.org |
4 - 24 hours |
.co.uk |
4 - 24 hours |
.org.uk |
4 - 24 hours |
.me.uk |
4 - 24 hours |
.ltd.uk |
2 - 3 days |
.plc.uk |
2- 3 days |
.net.uk |
2- 3 days |
.gov.uk |
5 - 7 days |
.ac.uk |
5 - 7 days |
Sometimes registration of a domain name can take longer although this usually only occurs
when either the central registries are very busy or insufficient information has been provided, certain documentation must be verified or your payment was unsuccessful.
For details of confirming your registration was successful - see see here
.Once registered it can take up to 36 hours before your domain is fully visible across the Internet - see here
for more details.It is important to note that the application to register a domain name does not guarantee
reservation of that name and the application will only be processed following payment. To return to the list of Domain Name FAQ's - click here... |
