What is a .nl domain?
.nl is the country-code domain of the Netherlands, operated by SIDN. It is one of the most densely registered country domains in the world and the default ending for Dutch businesses.
.nl $40.97/yr
Dutch customers expect a .nl address and search engines treat it as a strong local signal. Registration is open to anyone, although non-Dutch registrants must provide a Dutch contact address.
Prices correct as at 22 August 2026 in USD. The exact first-year and renewal cost is confirmed at checkout in the secure client portal.
About the .nl domain
Who is it for?
Companies, shops and professionals serving Dutch customers, and international businesses opening a presence in the Netherlands.
Why choose it?
Dutch customers expect a .nl address and search engines treat it as a strong local signal. Registration is open to anyone, although non-Dutch registrants must provide a Dutch contact address.
Serving the Netherlands? See the local domain services page.
.nl domain information
| Registration | $40.97 per year |
| Transfer in | $40.97 |
| Renewal | $40.97 per year |
| Registration period | 1 year |
| Privacy protection | Not applicable — SIDN limits public contact data by default |
| Eligibility | Registrants outside the Netherlands must provide an address in the Netherlands for official correspondence |
| Internationalised names (IDN) | No |
| DNSSEC | Yes |
Why register your .nl domain with TK WebHosts
Registered in your name
You remain the registrant. We handle setup and renewals without locking the domain away from you.
Renewal shown up front
Registration, transfer and renewal prices are listed before you buy, not discovered at renewal time.
Practical technical support
DNS, email records and website pointing are configured by the same team that registers the domain.
One management route
Domains, hosting and email sit in one client portal with one support contact.
How to choose a good .nl name
Start with the brand
Use the business or product name so the address is recognised immediately.
Keep it short
Names under three words are easier to say, type and remember.
Avoid confusion
Skip hyphens, numbers and unusual spellings unless they are part of the brand.
Think about the audience
Choose the ending that matches where customers are and what they expect.
Check names and rights
Look for existing trade marks and social handles before committing.
Act when it is right
Good names are registered quickly; secure it as soon as the decision is made.
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Can a business outside the Netherlands register a .nl domain?
Yes. SIDN requires an address in the Netherlands for official correspondence, which we can help arrange as part of the registration.
Why is .nl registered for one year at a time?
SIDN operates annual terms. The domain renews each year at the renewal price listed above.
Is a .nl domain important for Dutch customers?
Yes. It is the address Dutch customers expect and it helps the site rank for searches made in the Netherlands.
Can I transfer an existing .nl domain?
Yes, with the transfer token from the current registrar. Transfers complete quickly and keep the original expiry date.