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Registering a .cn Domain as a Foreign Entity

.cn vs .com.cn vs 中国, CNNIC real-name verification, foreign-entity documents, registrar choice, and defensive registration.

By Mike · China-entry broker 9 min read

.cn vs .com.cn vs 中国 — what each TLD means in practice

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CNNIC real-name verification — passport + entity document upload

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Foreign-entity documents that pass first-time

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Picking a registrar — Aliyun, GoDaddy China, eName

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Defensive registration across .cn, .com.cn, pinyin, and Chinese-character names

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What happens if your real-name verification fails

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Foreign-Entity Documents for CNNIC Real-Name Verification

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Frequently asked questions

Can I register a .cn domain without a Chinese entity?

Yes. Foreign individuals and foreign entities can register .cn domains since CNNIC opened that policy. You need a passport or apostilled certificate of incorporation.

How long does CNNIC real-name verification take?

3-7 business days for foreign documents, 1-3 days for mainland-entity documents. Foreign passports submitted as PDF scans go through manual review.

Will my .cn domain be suspended if real-name fails?

Yes. CNNIC gives 15 days for resubmission. After that the domain is parked and cannot be transferred. Resolution requires manual escalation.

What does this cost?

The quoted-pricing tile on the parent service page lists current per-filing fees. We update these annually and stamp the last-reviewed date on every page.

What documents do you need from us?

The exact document checklist varies by filing. Each guide includes a printable PDF checklist you can pre-flight before contacting us.

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