.ie

.ie is the country-code top-level domain for Ireland and is operated as a managed registry. It is a strong national identity for Irish businesses, organizations, communities and individuals.

Every new .ie application is checked for a real and substantive connection to the island of Ireland. The connection can be demonstrated in different ways depending on the applicant. Individuals may use Irish identity or address evidence, while companies and organizations can use business records or other qualifying proof. Some overseas businesses can qualify through genuine trade or services directed at Ireland.

This means .ie is not limited only to people physically resident in Ireland, but it is also not a globally unrestricted ccTLD. Identity and connection evidence form part of the registration framework.

A .ie domain can reinforce an Ireland-focused presence, but it does not by itself prove company licensing, government status or quality of service.

VYR classifies .ie as restricted because a verified connection to Ireland is required rather than mere worldwide name availability.