.sa ccTLD
.sa is the country-code top-level domain for Saudi Arabia. It is managed by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission and is restricted to entities and individuals with a legal presence or connection to the Kingdom. It supports structured second-level domains for different sectors such as commercial, educational, governmental, and individual use.
Registration is restricted to entities physically located in Saudi Arabia, Saudi nationals, holders of Premium Residency, or entities with a valid license or trademark registered in Saudi Arabia. Domain use must comply with Saudi laws and Islamic principles.
.sa Domain Overview
The .sa extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Communications, Space and Technology Commission. .sa was introduced in 1994.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .sa is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .sa?
.sa was delegated in May 1994 to the Saudi Network Information Center (SaudiNIC), now under the Communications, Space and Technology Commission. It was among the earliest ccTLDs assigned to an Arabic-speaking country and has evolved to include structured second-level domains for regulated sectors.
Did you know?
The .sa TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .sa Used For?
The .sa TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Government services
Commercial enterprises
Educational institutions
Healthcare providers
Non-profit organizations
Individual websites
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .sa Domain?
Eligibility
Registrants must have a legal presence in Saudi Arabia, including local business registration, Saudi nationality, Premium Residency, or a registered trademark. All domains must comply with Saudi laws and Islamic principles.
Open Registration
The .sa TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .sa domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .sa Data Compiled?
DNS Checker maintains a comprehensive TLD directory covering all 1,900+ active top-level domains. The data on this page combines multiple authoritative sources to provide information not found in standard TLD listings.
Zone File Analysis
Domain registration counts and density analysis are computed daily from TLD zone files, providing accurate registration statistics rather than estimates.
DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
DNSSEC deployment percentages are measured by scanning actual DNS records across all registered domains in each TLD zone.
Registrar Price Monitoring
Registration, renewal, and transfer prices are checked hourly across multiple accredited registrars and compared automatically.
Provider Market Share
DNS provider distribution is calculated from nameserver records, showing which hosting providers serve the most domains in each TLD.
Use DNS Checker tools to inspect any .sa domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.
Disclaimer: The information on this page is sourced from IANA, ICANN, and respective registry operator publications, then structured and formatted with the assistance of AI. While accuracy is a priority, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.