Published: 20.10.2026
The .corsica zone is a geographic extension linked to Corsica, the mountainous island in the Mediterranean Sea that is part of France. The island is known for its high peaks, granite coastline, scrubland and long walking routes, so a name in .corsica suits guides, holiday rentals, boat trips and local producers. People who plan a trip to the island often search for its name first. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .corsica is still available.
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A short history
Corsica has a long history of contact with the sea trade of the Mediterranean, and its towns and watchtowers reflect many centuries of that contact. Ajaccio, the main town on the west coast, is the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, and its old quarters draw visitors who want to see the island's past. Inland, villages cling to the hillsides and the maquis, the dense scrub of the island, covers much of the land. A geographic zone lets local firms use an address that reflects this identity, and it gives visitors a short place name they can recognise.
Who runs it
Names in this zone are sold by accredited registrars, and the registry behind the zone publishes the rules and keeps the database. Rules for geographic zones can include a link with the place, so read the current terms before you order, because they may differ from those of generic endings.
Rules in practice
- Local link: some geographic zones ask for a connection with the place, so check whether the current terms apply to you.
- Place names: use the correct local spelling of towns, beaches and walking routes, and check it against official maps.
- Characters: letters, digits and hyphens are allowed, with a label of up to 63 characters.
- Renewal: keep the registration in place through the quiet months, since visitors often return to a booking page for years.
Who uses .corsica
- Holiday rental owners and guesthouses that welcome visitors to the island.
- Walking guides and trekking groups who run routes through the mountains.
- Boat trip operators, diving schools and beach cafes along the coast.
- Producers of local cheese, wine and honey who sell to visitors and online.
Strengths
- The name is a recognisable place, so people searching for the island can spot it at once.
- It is short and easy to spell, which helps on a signpost, a brochure or a boat's hull.
- It supports a clear local identity for businesses that present the island's nature and food.
Things to keep in mind
- Visitors may expect information in French or English, so decide which languages your site needs and check the spelling in both.
- Holiday rentals, tours and boat trips are regulated, so check the local requirements for your activity before you publish offers.
- Walking routes change with the weather and the season, so publish current information and clear safety notes.
- Visitors may still type .com or .fr first, so decide whether you want more than one address.
Tips before you register
- Look at .com as well as the tourism listings and map services that visitors use to plan trips.
- Use the business name exactly as it appears on your registration papers and licence documents.
- Show opening seasons, safety information and contact details in French and English where needed.
- Mail records need to be in place before booking confirmations leave the domain.
- Give a second trusted person access to the registrar account, so the address stays under control in the off-season.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to live on Corsica to register a .corsica name? It depends on the current terms for geographic zones, so check them before you order.
Can a business on the French mainland use .corsica? Only if the current terms allow it and the name reflects a real connection with the island, such as a service that actually operates there.
Does .corsica help a tourism page rank in search? A place name is a helpful signal, but up-to-date guides, honest reviews and clear booking information matter more.
