.CH domain name - Switzerland

The .CH domain is Switzerland’s official country code top-level domain (ccTLD), trusted by businesses, organizations, and individuals worldwide. Anyone can register a .CH domain name without local restrictions, making it an excellent choice for companies wanting to build credibility with a Swiss connection or expand into European markets.

Switzerland is renowned for its economic stability, strong infrastructure, and digital trustworthiness, qualities that make the Swiss domain a powerful branding tool. Whether you’re a financial institution, e-commerce business, or blogger, a .CH domain registration offers instant recognition and reliability.

With EuroDNS, every .CH domain comes with free DNS, an Alpha SSL certificate, domain privacy, and multilingual support to ensure a secure, professional online presence. You’ll also benefit from fast registration and two-step verification for maximum protection.

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If you’re looking for a domain that’s exclusive to Swiss businesses, the .SWISS domain extension is limited to organisations with a Swiss Enterprise ID.

Features & Requirements

A .CH domain is ideal for Swiss businesses, startups, and international brands seeking a trusted Swiss identity online. With simple requirements and fast registration, it’s perfect for companies, bloggers, and e-commerce store.

IDN Supported

DNSSEC supported

Realtime Registration

Conditions

The .CH registry does not require a local address but if requested by the registry, registrants will need to provide a mailing address within 30 calendar days or lose their domain name.
Please note: The .CH registry will partly conceal your contact details so that only your name and postal address will be accessible to the public.

.CH registry information

Dispute policies

Registry policy

Data Privacy Policy

Transfer a .CH domain name

This transfer process only applies to domain names with the same Owner contact. If you require assistance transferring your domain portfolio, please contact our sales team who will be happy to help.

Transfer a .ch

.CH WHOIS Lookup

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.CH Facts & Figures

Frequently Asked Questions About .CH Domains

Is a .CH website reliable?

Yes. .CH is Switzerland’s official country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) and is widely recognised as reliable and trustworthy. It’s managed by SWITCH, the official registry, under strict rules that ensure security and stability.

Why is Switzerland domain CH?

The .CH domain comes from the Latin name for Switzerland, Confoederatio Helvetica. This abbreviation was chosen to represent the country in a neutral, multilingual way.

Can anyone register a .CH domain?

Yes. There are no residency or business restrictions — individuals and companies worldwide can register a .CH domain. This makes it popular not only in Switzerland but also among international brands looking to build trust with Swiss audiences.

How do I transfer a .CH domain?

To transfer a .CH domain, you’ll need an authorisation code (Auth-ID) from your current registrar. Once you have it, you can request the transfer with your new registrar, confirm the move, and your domain will be switched over quickly, usually within a few days.

What is the best domain registrar for .CH?

Several registrars are accredited for .CH domains. At EuroDNS, we provide competitive pricing, free extras like DNSSEC, SSL, and email forwarding, plus multilingual support — making it simple to register and manage your .CH domain securely.

.CH Price

Setup fee	None
Annual fee	€16.79~~€34.00~~
Renewal fee	€34.00
Update fee	Free
Trade fee	Free
Transfer fee	€34.00 (1 year extension included)
Reactivation fee	€25.00 + (Renewal fee)