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.IST Domains

A Short Geographic Identity For Istanbul.

Explore .IST domain names. .IST is an abbreviated city extension associated with Istanbul. It offers a shorter alternative to .ISTANBUL for local projects and brands with a real connection to the city.

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.IST PRICING

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Registration

Standard1–49 in order$23.49
Lowest discount$22.895000+ active domains

Renewal

StandardRetail rate$23.49
Lowest discount$22.895000+ active domains

Transfer

Listed rate$19.99

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USD. Last checked 2026-11-05 12:36 UTC. Listed rates may be subject to minimum registration terms. Confirm the term and final total on NameSilo.

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Registrations in one order

Order quantity determines the registration rate.

.IST registration prices by order quantity, USD
Domains in orderRegistration
1 - 49$23.49
50 - 100$22.99
101 - 500$22.49

Discount Program

For enrolled accounts. Tiers refer to active account domains.

.IST Discount Program rates in USD
Active domainsRegisterRenew
0+$23.39$23.39
100+$23.29$23.29
500+$23.19$23.19
1000+$23.09$23.09
2500+$22.99$22.99
5000+$22.89$22.89
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USD, per domain, as listed for the source’s default quote. Minimum terms, premium names, and registry rules can change the final charge. Transfer prices do not guarantee a term extension. Rates and offers were captured on 2026-11-04; confirm current pricing before ordering.

About .IST

What .IST Means
for Your Website.

What is a .IST domain?

.IST is an abbreviated city extension associated with Istanbul. It offers a shorter alternative to .ISTANBUL for local projects and brands with a real connection to the city.

A natural fit for

Istanbul businesses and local initiatives.

Registry Facts

.IST, at a Glance.

IANA classifies .IST as a generic top-level domain and lists Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality as its manager. Its delegation was recorded on 2015-07-11.

Domain type
Generic top-level domain
Registry manager
Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality
Delegation recorded
2015-07-11
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Registry record checked October 29, 2026. Registration policies can change; consult the registry’s current terms.

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A Detail Worth Knowing.

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.ISTANBULPut Istanbul directly in the address..LAA country code with a Los Angeles reading..LATAn address with a Latin American outlook..LCA compact identity with Saint Lucian roots.
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What is a .IST domain?
.IST is an abbreviated city extension associated with Istanbul. It offers a shorter alternative to .ISTANBUL for local projects and brands with a real connection to the city.
Who is a .IST domain best for?
A .IST address is a strong fit for istanbul businesses and local initiatives. It offers a shorter alternative to .ISTANBUL for local projects and brands with a real connection to the city.
What should I know before registering .IST?
Review the registry's current geographic registration policies.
Who manages .IST?
IANA classifies .IST as a generic top-level domain and lists Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality as its manager. Its delegation was recorded on 2015-07-11.
What services come with my .IST registration?
NameSilo highlights DNS management, email forwarding and Domain Defender as free domain-management features. WHOIS privacy is free where the registry supports it; eligibility and disclosure rules vary by extension. Email forwarding routes incoming mail to an existing inbox; it is not a hosted mailbox. Review availability and setup instructions for your domain and account.
Does a .IST domain include a website or email mailbox?
Domain registration reserves the address. Website hosting, an ecommerce platform, a professional hosted mailbox and any optional blockchain services are separate services. Connect the domain using the provider’s DNS instructions and configure HTTPS for your website.
Which payment methods can I use for .IST?
See NameSilo’s current payment-options page for supported methods and restrictions. Checkout confirms the selected registration term, any premium price or first-year promotion, and the final total. Renewal rates can differ from registration offers.
How much does a .IST domain cost?
As captured on 2026-11-04, NameSilo lists .IST registration at $23.49 for 1–49 domains in one order and retail renewal at $23.49, in USD. Bulk and Discount Program rates have separate eligibility. Minimum terms and premium names can change the final charge. Confirm the current quote before ordering.
Does .IST help with SEO?
A .IST domain can help communicate your website’s subject and make your address memorable, but the extension alone does not guarantee higher rankings. Search performance depends on useful content, a crawlable website, links, and relevance. Country-code extensions can also send geographic signals.