History of .pt domains

The domains with the .pt extension constitute the backbone of Portugal’s online identity as national top-level domains (TLDs). Managed by the Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT), these domains are distributed through accredited registrars.
Their registration follows specific rules depending on the category of the requested domain.

The top-level domain .pt was established in 1988 with the aim of representing Portugal in the global hierarchy of Internet domains. Over the years, it has undergone policy and rule evolutions and adaptations to respond to changes in the online landscape.

Eligibility requirements

Registering a .pt domain requires meeting specific eligibility requirements. Generally, one must have a connection to Portugal, such as being a legally established company in the country or having residence or physical presence in Portuguese territory. Some .pt domains require specific documentation to demonstrate compliance with these criteria.

Registration procedure

The steps for registering a .pt domain involve checking its availability through the websites of accredited registrars or dedicated search tools. Subsequently, the registration request is made through the selected registrar.

During this phase, the submission of documentation or additional information may be required to meet eligibility requirements. Once the procedure is completed and the requirements are satisfied, the domain is registered for a specific period and becomes the property of the registrant.

Renewal and management

.pt domains must be periodically renewed, usually with a standard registration period of one year, to maintain their validity.
It is crucial to keep track of the domain’s expiration date and renew it in time to avoid its loss.

Authinfo (Authorization Code)

The Authinfo (or authorization code) is essential to initiate the domain transfer process from one registrar to another. This code may be required to confirm the identity of the domain owner during certain management operations.
To obtain the Authinfo for a .pt domain, it can be requested directly from the current registrar of the domain, often through the domain control panel or by contacting the registrar’s technical support.

For detailed information on costs, specific documentation requirements, and other registration procedures for .pt domains, it is advisable to directly consult accredited registrars or visit the official website of DNS.PT ( https://www.pt.pt/pt/ ).
Each registrar may have slightly different policies and procedures for the registration of .pt domains.