.ru Domain Name Registration - Russian domain names

.ru domain names are the domain name for the Russian Federation. Russian Domain Names: If you are planning on doing business with Russian Federation a .ru domain could be for you - so buy a Russian Domain Name.

.ru Domains have some restrictions please see below

Due to a sudden change in the .RU Registry registration policy, every holder of a .RU domain name is now required to provide supporting documents to prove their identity. If the domain name is registered under a legal person name (company), one of the following documents is required:

1 a certificate of registration

or

2 an excerpt from the commercial register

More generally any official document confirming that the holder of this domain name is a legal entity duly registered in its state of incorporation. If your domain name is registered under a natural person name (individual), one of the following document is required:

1. a passport copy

or

2. an ID card copy

Please note that the documents have to be readable, personal details and date of issue have to be obvious. Also note that website copies or screenshots are not considered as a valid document. The document can be emailed to us by replying to this email or faxed to us on +353 (0) 51 843466.

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How search engines view the .ru domain

If your website is focused on Russia, then a .ru domain would be a good choice as many search engines give priority to country's TLD (top level domain) over others such as a .net when the search is country specific.

If you have any questions about domain name registrations, transfers or charges please contact us.