Check the actual nexus category
Use the category that truthfully applies to the real domain holder. A foreign organisation needs a substantive qualifying US presence, not an invented contact address.
UK-based support · Since 2002
.us domain names
A United States address with a qualifying connection.
A .us domain can suit an eligible US-facing person or organisation. Check the nexus requirements first; a UK applicant does not qualify simply by choosing the ending.
£8.99 /yr + VAT · £10.79 including VAT
One-year renewal: £9.99 + VAT (£11.99 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Eligible holders include qualifying US individuals, US entities and foreign entities with a bona fide US presence. The registry’s nexus requirement must continue to be met. Registry guidance (opens in a new tab)↗
Choose with confidence
Is .us right for your idea?
Prepare accurate owner information
The registry can check nexus details. Keep supporting information and registration contacts current, and review the privacy policy before ordering.
Explain the service area
A US address does not tell visitors which states or customers you serve. Put practical location and contact information on the website.
Know what you’ll pay
.us registration and renewal prices
Choose your registration term at order review. Prices below are the total upfront cost for a standard domain, not a monthly payment.
Annual renewal: £9.99 + VAT
£11.99 including VAT at today’s price.
Longer renewal terms may differ from registration offers. Review the renewal price before paying. Premium names are excluded from standard prices.
| Term | Total + VAT | Including VAT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £8.99 | £10.79 |
| 2 years | £19.98 | £23.98 |
| 3 years | £29.97 | £35.96 |
| 5 years | £49.95 | £59.94 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .us
- Domain family
- Country-code domain
- Registry operator
- Registry Services, LLC
Registry Services, LLC is responsible for this domain registry. Registration through UK Cheapest and the website or email service you connect are separate parts of using the name. IANA: .us registry record (opens in a new tab)
The background to .us
IANA’s registry record for .us dates from February 1985. The United States country-code domain. The record identifies the domain’s place in the naming system; its date is not a claimed public launch date.
Background checked 6 September 2026 against the sources linked above.
More than an address
Start using your name your way.
Make a simple first page
Use the included single-page builder for an introduction and contact details. Add a fuller website when you need one.
Website options →Forward your email
Send incoming messages from domain addresses to an existing inbox. A mailbox for storing and sending email is a separate service.
How forwarding works →Connect your services
Manage DNS, nameservers and web forwarding. Use your domain with a compatible website or email provider.
DNS help →A little more detail
Questions about .us domains
Can every UK resident register .us?
No. The holder must meet a qualifying nexus category.
Does the connection matter after registration?
Yes. Nexus compliance is an ongoing requirement.
Is .us the same as .com?
No. .us has its own eligibility rules and is a separate registration.
What happens after I find a domain?
Add one or more available names to your basket, then continue to registration. Enter the owner details and review the registration term and total before payment. Availability is provisional until the registrar confirms registration.
Will UKC charge me automatically at renewal?
No. UKC sends renewal reminders and an invoice. You need to pay the invoice to renew; UKC does not automatically charge you. Keep your contact details current so you receive reminders.
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