.vi ccTLD
.vi is the country-code top-level domain for the United States Virgin Islands. It is managed by the Virgin Islands Public Telecommunications System, Inc. and is open for registration by anyone, though residents and businesses of St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island receive reduced pricing.
No residency requirements for registration; however, local residents and businesses receive discounted rates.
.vi Domain Overview
The .vi extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Virgin Islands Public Telecommunications System, Inc.. .vi was introduced in 1995.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .vi is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
What Is the History of .vi?
.vi was delegated on August 31, 1995, to the Virgin Islands Public Telecommunications System, Inc. as the official ccTLD for the United States Virgin Islands. It has been consistently managed by the same entity since its inception.
Did you know?
The .vi TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .vi Used For?
The .vi TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Local businesses in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Tourism and hospitality services
Government and public services
Community organizations
Personal websites for residents
How Do I Register a .vi Domain?
Eligibility
No geographic restrictions; however, registrants must warrant that their domain use does not infringe on third-party legal rights.
Open Registration
The .vi TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .vi 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 .vi 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 .vi 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.