Official domain for UK government organisations. Our specialists guide you through the application process.
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The .gov.uk domain is the official domain extension reserved for UK government organisations, offering a trusted and secure online identity for public sector entities. Websites with a .gov.uk domain are recognised as trustworthy sources of information, ensuring that reliable and accurate government services and information are accessible to the public. This domain extension is exclusively reserved for UK government bodies, ensuring that only eligible organisations can register and use it.
To qualify for a .gov.uk domain, your organisation must meet specific eligibility requirements set by the UK Government Digital Service (GDS). The following entities are eligible:
Includes all central government agencies and departments.
NHS trusts, primary care trusts and other public health entities.
Includes government-funded agencies
Includes county, district and borough councils.
Joint ventures between eligible public bodies.
Government bodies in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including their respective agencies and departments.
.gov.uk domain eligibility criteria are strictly enforced to maintain its credibility, ensuring that only legitimate public sector entities can use it.
If you already have a .gov.uk domain and wish to switch providers, we can assist with transferring your domain to our registry. Our team ensures a smooth transition by guiding you through the complete process in order to initiate and complete the transfer of your .gov.uk domain successfully to us.
To initiate the transfer of your .gov.uk domain from another domain registrar, please contact us via Live Chat for further details.
Registering a .gov.uk domain requires a number of steps to be completed. These are explained at Registration Process.
eukhost is one of the select few approved .gov.uk Domain Registrars authorised to submit domain registration applications. When applying for a .gov.uk domain, please ensure you have the following information ready:
If you are applying from a central government organisation or an arm’s length body, you’ll also need to provide:
The current fee for registering a .gov.uk domain with eukhost is £49.99 (ex. VAT) for a 1-year registration period, which includes the use of our nameservers/DNS if needed. This service must be ordered and paid for through our Online Portal, where you can also manage your domain and renewals. All registrations and renewals are subject to our standard terms and conditions, along with specific terms for .gov.uk domains, available on our website.
Once payment and all required information, including proof of eligibility, are received, we will submit your application. The Central Digital and Data Office (CDDO) manually review applications, with decisions typically taking up to 5 working days. You will be notified of the outcome.
If your application is approved, the domain will be available for use within 24 hours.
Our domain experts are available to help you find the perfect domain name for your organisation, we are available via live chat, 24x7 or by phone from 9 am to 5 pm (GMT), Monday to Friday.
Only UK government bodies and eligible public sector organisations can register a .gov.uk domain.
The registration process typically takes a few days, depending on the completeness of the application and the subsequent approval process.
Yes, but the project must be government-related, and the domain will need to be justified and approved by the Government Digital Service.
The registration cost of .gov.uk domain with eukhost is £49.99 (ex. VAT) for 1 year for eligible public sector organisations.
To initiate the transfer of your .gov.uk domain from another domain registrar or to know more about the transfer process, please contact us via Live Chat.
If your application is rejected, you will be provided with feedback and the opportunity to amend and resubmit your application.
Yes, a .gov.uk domain can be used for secure government email communications.
By following the correct procedures, you can ensure your organisation’s .gov.uk domain is properly registered, maintained and transferred, providing a trustworthy digital presence that aligns with UK government standards.
