Europe

.ru: requirements and registry information

.ru is Russia’s country-code extension. This guide distinguishes registry eligibility from availability through our provider; new registrations require confirmation.

ccTLDRussiaInformation Updated: 2026-09-09
At a glance

Registration details

Extension typeccTLD
Associated country or territoryRussia
Availability through SoxDomainsConsultation required
Before checkout

Registration requirements

Use accurate and current information. The registry may ask SoxDomains to confirm supporting details.

Who may apply?

The registry’s general guide admits individuals and legal entities, including non-residents. Eligibility does not establish that a provider accepts orders.

Which documents are required?

Confirm current identity and organization checks before applying. The provider’s incomplete help page is not evidence that documents are unnecessary.

Are the rules changing?

The registry announced new government registration rules in September 2026. Their application and the required verification must be checked for the applicant before accepting an order.

Helpful answers

Common questions

Who may apply?

The registry’s general guide admits individuals and legal entities, including non-residents. Eligibility does not establish that a provider accepts orders.

Which documents are required?

Confirm current identity and organization checks before applying. The provider’s incomplete help page is not evidence that documents are unnecessary.

Are the rules changing?

The registry announced new government registration rules in September 2026. Their application and the required verification must be checked for the applicant before accepting an order.

Does .ru mean Cyrillic registration?

Do not treat .ru and .рф as interchangeable. Confirm the permitted characters, length and proposed label for the specific extension.

Are DNSSEC and privacy included?

The consulted provider page does not establish the services available through SoxDomains. Confirm technical support and disclosure requirements before requesting activation.

Is a trustee required?

The provider lists a proxy service, while the registry’s general eligibility includes non-residents. That listing alone does not establish a mandatory local representative or a SoxDomains service.

Who manages this extension

Registry information

Registry: Coordination Center for TLD RU

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Enquire about .ru domain

Ask SoxDomains to confirm availability and requirements. This enquiry does not guarantee registration.

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