What is .brussels?
.brussels entered the DNS root zone on June 18, 2014, 12 years ago. It came out of ICANN's New gTLD Program, the 2012 application round that grew the root from 22 generic TLDs to well over a thousand.
DNS.be vzw also runs one other TLD, including .vlaanderen.
On the technical side, .brussels is served by 6 authoritative name servers, every one of them reachable over IPv6. It is also DNSSEC-signed: the root zone carries a DS record for .brussels, which lets validating resolvers check its answers cryptographically. Registration data is published over RDAP.
Same registry, other endings
1 other TLD shares this operator.
.brussels FAQ
What does .brussels mean?
.brussels is a generic top-level domain named for the word "brussels", and it's aimed at cities & regions. It doesn't belong to any country.
What is .brussels used for?
.brussels is mostly used for cities & regions. Like most gTLDs, it's a label of intent rather than a guarantee — check the site, not just the ending.
What country is .brussels?
None. .brussels is a generic top-level domain, so it isn't tied to any country.
Who owns the .brussels domain extension?
DNS.be vzw operates .brussels as its registry, under a registry agreement with ICANN.
When was .brussels created?
.brussels was delegated to the DNS root zone on June 18, 2014.
Is .brussels a valid domain?
Yes. .brussels is an active top-level domain in the DNS root zone, delegated in 2014, so .brussels addresses work in every browser.
Can I buy a .brussels domain?
.brussels names are sold through ICANN-accredited registrars. Some gTLDs restrict who can register, so read DNS.be vzw's policy if you're unsure.
Is .brussels DNSSEC-signed?
Yes, the root zone holds a DS record for .brussels.
Sources
Data from IANA root zone version 2026102000. Last changed December 15, 2025. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
