Required Documents and Rules for .TR Domains

What Is a .tr Domain and Who Manages It?

.tr is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) of Türkiye. While the rules for generic extensions such as .com or .net are shaped by ICANN policies, allocation rules for .tr are set by national legislation and the competent public authority. That is why the required documents for .tr domains differ by extension: some need no paperwork at all, while others are only allocated with official documents.

In Türkiye, .tr domains are managed through TRABİS (the .tr Network Information System). After many years under METU (ODTÜ), .tr management moved to TRABİS, which went live under the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) on 14 September 2022. Under Law No. 7590, in force since 31 July 2026, the duties and powers to designate the allocating organization and to set the rules for domain name management passed to the Cyber Security Presidency (Siber Güvenlik Başkanlığı), and for these duties, references to BTK in the legislation now count as references to the Presidency. Applications reach TRABİS through authorized registrars.

Document-Free and Document-Based .tr Domains

Under TRABİS, .tr domains are allocated in two ways: document-free .tr domains, which require no paperwork at the time of application, and document-based domains, which are allocated after the required information or documents reach TRABİS through a registrar. Knowing which group your domain falls into helps you plan the application correctly from the start.

Document-Free .tr Extensions

Extensions such as .com.tr, .net.tr and .org.tr, as well as .gen.tr, .web.tr, .biz.tr, .info.tr, .tv.tr, .name.tr, .tel.tr and .bbs.tr, require no documents when you apply. Names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Direct .tr names (example.tr) have also opened on this basis after the priority allocation periods. However, if the details given in the application turn out to be incomplete or incorrect, the allocation may be canceled.

Document-Based .tr Extensions

The document-based extensions are .av.tr, .bel.tr, .dr.tr, .edu.tr, .gov.tr, .k12.tr, .kep.tr, .pol.tr and .tsk.tr. They require an official request letter from the institution or a document proving eligibility:

• Public bodies (.gov.tr, .bel.tr, .pol.tr, .tsk.tr): an official request letter signed by an authorized official of the institution. For .bel.tr, the domain must match the municipality's name.
• Educational institutions (.edu.tr, .k12.tr): a request letter signed by an authorized official; for private schools and nurseries, also a notarized copy of the opening permit. The domain must match the institution's name.
• Professions (.av.tr, .dr.tr): for lawyers, a current certificate from their bar association or a notarized copy; for doctors, a notarized copy of the medical diploma or graduation certificate. The domain must match the person's first and/or last name.

Document-based applications are forwarded to TRABİS by the registrar you choose and reviewed by the competent authority, which may ask for additional information or documents. If an application is rejected, the shortcomings are reported and you can apply again once they are fixed.

com.tr Requirements: What Changed After 2022?

Before TRABİS, anyone who wanted a .com.tr had to prove a link to the name with documents such as a trade name record or a trademark certificate. Today the com.tr requirements are much simpler: you do not need to own a company or present a trademark registration, and individuals can register .com.tr domains too.

Even so, keep the following points in mind for a smooth application:

• The name must be available; you can check it with our .com.tr domain search tool.
• The name must not be on the list of names closed to allocation (TAKAL); names containing city names or words such as bank, finance or ministry may be on the restricted names list (TAKIL).
• The registrant's name, title and contact details must be accurate and up to date; if they prove incomplete or incorrect, the allocation may be canceled.
• Registering someone else's trademark or trade name in bad faith can lead to a complaint under the .tr Dispute Resolution Mechanism (UÇM) and the loss of the domain.

Common Mistakes When Preparing Documents

With document-based extensions, delays are often caused by missing or non-compliant paperwork. Before you send your documents, check the following:

• For .av.tr and .dr.tr the domain must match the person's first and/or last name; for .bel.tr, .edu.tr and .k12.tr it must match the institution's name.
• The request letter must be signed by an authorized official of the institution. If you apply on someone else's behalf, also attach a document showing you are authorized to act for them.
• Do not send plain photocopies of documents that must be notarized, such as a medical diploma or an institution's opening permit.
• Upload your documents in a format the registrar accepts (a file signed with a secure electronic signature, or a stamped and signed scanned copy); check with our support team which format applies.
• If the documents submitted with the application are later found to be no longer valid, the allocation may be canceled.

At Oweb, document-free extensions are activated within 24 hours, and document-based extensions within 1-4 business days, depending on document approval. Throughout the process, our support team is here to help with any questions about .tr domain documents.

After Allocation: DNS, Renewal and Pricing

Once your domain is allocated, you can set its name servers (NS) to publish your website and business email. Our domain renewal and deletion processes guide explains how renewal, redemption and deletion generally work; since periods can differ for .tr extensions, confirm exact dates with our support team.

To compare costs across extensions, see our .tr domain prices, and once your domain is allocated, use our whois tool to check its registration details and expiry date.