Geographic TLD / Region specific

.BCN domain
in Pakistan.

Open to everyone Registry: Ajuntament de Barcelona Europe DomainsOthers
Quick answer

.bcn is a geographic TLD for barcelona based businesses that want a short name. Anyone can register a .bcn domain. The registry asks for some link to the city of Barcelona. Rules can change. Check the registry before you register. You can register it from Pakistan with DomainWalay, pay in PKR, and manage DNS from one panel. Minimum term is 1 year, and a 60 day transfer lock applies after registration.

1 yrMIN TERM
60 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
YesWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeGeographic TLD
RegistryAjuntament de Barcelona
RegionRegion specific
Best forBarcelona based businesses that want a short name
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer time5 to 7 days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyUDRP
01 / Overview

What is .bcn?

The .bcn extension is run by the Barcelona city council alongside .barcelona. A .bcn domain is the short city extension for Barcelona, the same as the airport code.

Anyone in Pakistan can own .bcn. Anyone can register a .bcn domain. The registry asks for some link to the city of Barcelona. Rules can change. Check the registry before you register. Registration is instant once payment clears.

A simple example: A Pakistani restaurant in Barcelona can use a short .bcn name on its menu and delivery bags.

Terms run from 1 to 10 years. Longer terms lock in the price and avoid yearly reminders. Expired names can usually be restored within 30 days at a higher fee.

Moving .bcn to DomainWalay is simple. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the auth code (also called EPP code), and start the transfer here. New registrations and recent transfers have a 60 day lock. Most transfers finish in 5 to 7 days.

Who uses .bcn in Pakistan

02 / Requirements checklist

What you need to register .bcn

✓Who can registerAnyone can register a .bcn domain. The registry asks for some link to the city of Barcelona. Rules can change. Check the registry before you register.
✓DocumentsNo documents are needed.
✓Minimum term1 year
✓Maximum term10 years
✓Name length1 to 63 characters
✓Contact detailsA working email and phone number for the registrant
✓PaymentPKR by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card
03 / Rules and lifecycle

Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .bcn

Full .BCN policy terms →
Registration

Register .bcn for 1 to 10 years. Names can use letters, numbers and hyphens, from 1 to 63 characters, and cannot start or end with a hyphen. Internationalized names in supported scripts are allowed. No documents are needed.

Renewal

Renew .bcn any time before expiry. Auto renew is available in the client area. After expiry there is a grace period of about 30 days where renewal is still at the normal price, but the website may stop working. After that comes a redemption period of about 30 days with a higher restore fee. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.

Transfer

Transfers of .bcn need the domain to be unlocked and a valid auth code from the current registrar. A domain cannot move within 60 days of registration or a previous transfer. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is 5 to 7 days.

Lifecycle

A .bcn name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Redemption for about 30 days, then Pending delete, then released.

DNSSEC

DNSSEC is supported for .bcn. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.

Registration data and privacy

Public WHOIS and RDAP output for .bcn is redacted for most personal data. Registration data still has to be accurate, and the registry can ask for it.

04 / Transfer to DomainWalay

Move your .bcn in 5 to 7 days

Unlock the domainLog in at your current registrar and turn off the transfer lock.
Get the auth codeAsk the current registrar for the auth code, also called the EPP code. It comes by email or shows in the panel.
Start the transfer hereEnter your .bcn name and the auth code on DomainWalay and pay the transfer fee. Most transfers add a year to the domain.
Approve the emailThe registrant email gets an approval link. Click it to speed things up.
Done in 5 to 7 daysThe domain shows in your DomainWalay client area. Update nameservers if needed.
05 / Complete the setup

Hosting and SSL,
same login.

Your DomainWalay account also works on HostingWalay and SSLWalay. Add hosting and a certificate for your new .bcn without a second signup.

Real life example

A Pakistani restaurant in Barcelona can use a short .bcn name on its menu and delivery bags.

06 / Compare

.bcn vs the usual suspects

ExtensionRegisterRenewRule
.bcnAsk for priceAsk for priceOpen
.comRs 3,864Rs 4,038Open
.com.pkRs 4,200Rs 4,500Open
.netRs 5,686Rs 7,065Open
Did you know

The .bcn extension is run by the Barcelona city council alongside .barcelona.

08 / FAQ

.bcn questions,
answered simply.

Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.

Ask a question
What is .bcn?

A .bcn domain is the short city extension for Barcelona, the same as the airport code. The .bcn extension is run by the Barcelona city council alongside .barcelona.

How much does a .bcn domain cost in Pakistan?

At DomainWalay, .bcn registration is available on request and renewal is available on request. Transfer is available on request. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.

Who can register .bcn?

Anyone can register a .bcn domain. The registry asks for some link to the city of Barcelona. Rules can change. Check the registry before you register. No documents are needed.

Can I register .bcn from Pakistan?

Yes. There is no country rule for .bcn. Anyone in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad or any other city can register it and pay in PKR.

How do I transfer my .bcn domain to DomainWalay?

Unlock the domain at your current registrar, get the auth code, and start the transfer here with that code. Domains registered or transferred in the last 60 days cannot move yet. It usually takes 5 to 7 days.

What happens if my .bcn domain expires?

Renew it as soon as possible. There is a short grace period of about 30 days at the normal price. After that, a redemption period of about 30 days applies with a higher restore fee. Then the name is deleted and anyone can register it.

Is WHOIS privacy available for .bcn?

Yes. Personal contact details are hidden from public WHOIS and RDAP lookups for .bcn.

Which is better for a Pakistani business, .bcn or .pk?

It depends on your audience. .bcn suits barcelona based businesses that want a short name. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.

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