# Can I register .COM.AU or .ORG.AU domains?

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The **.au domain extension** is the country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD) for Australia. The **.au Domain Administration (auDA)** manages it and sets the rules for who can register and how the names are used. Two of the most popular extensions are **.com.au** and **.org.au**. Each has its own eligibility requirements and naming rules.

## .com.au domains

The **.com.au** extension exists for businesses and organizations with an Australian presence. To register a .com.au domain, you must meet one of these conditions:

- Be an **Australian registered company**.
- Be a **sole trader or partnership** with a registered business name in an Australian state or territory.
- Hold an **Australian Business Number (ABN)** or **Australian Company Number (ACN)**.
- Be a **foreign company licensed to trade in Australia**.
- Be the **owner or applicant of an Australian Registered Trade Mark** that matches the domain.
- Be an **association incorporated** in Australia.
- Be an **Australian government body** or statutory authority.

### Naming rules for .com.au

Your .com.au domain name must:

- An **exact match, abbreviation, or acronym** of the registrant’s name, business name, or trade mark; or
- A **synonym** closely connected to the registrant’s goods, services, or brand.

## .org.au domains

The **.org.au** extension serves community and non-profit organizations. To register a .org.au domain, you must be one of the following:

- An **incorporated association** in an Australian state or territory.
- A **political party** registered with the Australian Electoral Commission.
- A **trade union** or organization registered under Australian law.
- A **sporting club or special interest group** operating in Australia.
- A **charity or non-profit organization** defined in its constitution or incorporation documents.

### Naming rules for .org.au

Your .org.au domain name must:

- An **exact match, abbreviation, or acronym** of the organization’s name; or
- A name that is **closely connected** to the group’s activities or objectives.

Therefore, .org.au domains stay tied to genuine community and non-profit work.

## Key takeaway

In summary, the difference is clear:

- **.com.au** is for businesses, companies, and commercial entities with an Australian presence.
- **.org.au** is for community, non-profit, and charitable organizations.

Finally, both extensions require proof of eligibility, and auDA enforces these rules strictly to keep the .au space trusted and reliable.