Register .arq.br for 1 to 10 years. Names can use letters, numbers and hyphens, from 1 to 63 characters, and cannot start or end with a hyphen. Internationalized names in supported scripts are allowed. You need a CPF or CNPJ and proof of registration with the Brazilian architects council (CAU).
Second-level domain / Brazil
.ARQ.BR domain
.ARQ.BR domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.arq.br is a second-level domain for architects registered in Brazil. Only professionals registered with the relevant Brazilian body can register an arq.br domain. A CPF or CNPJ is also needed. You need a CPF or CNPJ and proof of registration with the Brazilian architects council (CAU). The minimum term is 1 year. DomainWalay checks your papers, registers the name and gives support in Pakistan. Registration costs Rs 5,686 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
0 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
NoWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSecond-level domain
RegistryRegistro.br (NIC.br)
RegionBrazil
Best forArchitects registered in Brazil
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer timeHandled inside the Registro.br system, usually within days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policySACI-Adm
01 / Overview
What is .arq.br?
Registro.br is one of the largest country code registries in the world and signs .br with DNSSEC. .arq.br belongs to Brazil and is meant for Architects websites.
.arq.br has an eligibility check. Only professionals registered with the relevant Brazilian body can register an arq.br domain. A CPF or CNPJ is also needed. You need a CPF or CNPJ and proof of registration with the Brazilian architects council (CAU). Send us the papers on WhatsApp or email and we handle the registry side.
A simple example: A Pakistani architect would need Brazilian council registration. Few will qualify.
Terms run from 1 to 10 years. Longer terms lock in the price and avoid yearly reminders. Once a name expires, recovery depends on registry rules.
Moving .arq.br to DomainWalay is simple. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the auth code (also called EPP code), and start the transfer here. Most transfers finish in Handled inside the Registro.br system, usually within days.
Who uses .arq.br in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .arq.br
!Who can registerOnly professionals registered with the relevant Brazilian body can register an arq.br domain. A CPF or CNPJ is also needed.
!DocumentsYou need a CPF or CNPJ and proof of registration with the Brazilian architects council (CAU).
✓Minimum term1 year
✓Maximum term10 years
✓Name length1 to 63 characters
✓Contact detailsA working email and phone number for the registrant
✓PaymentPKR by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card
Need help with eligibility?
Send us the domain name and your situation on WhatsApp. We confirm the route before you pay anything.
Ask on WhatsApp 03 / Rules and lifecycleRegistration, renewal and
Full .ARQ.BR policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .arq.br
Renew .arq.br any time before expiry. Auto renew is available in the client area. After expiry there is a grace period of about 30 days where renewal is still at the normal price, but the website may stop working. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.
Transfers of .arq.br need the domain to be unlocked and a valid auth code from the current registrar. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is Handled inside the Registro.br system, usually within days. Eligibility rules also apply to the new owner.
A .arq.br name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Pending delete, then released.
DNSSEC is supported for .arq.br. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
The .arq.br registry publishes some registrant data. Privacy protection is not available for this extension, so use a business address and email.
04 / Transfer to DomainWalay
Move your .arq.br in Handled inside the Registro.br system, usually within days
Unlock the domainLog in at your current registrar and turn off the transfer lock.
Get the auth codeAsk the current registrar for the auth code, also called the EPP code. It comes by email or shows in the panel.
Start the transfer hereEnter your .arq.br name and the auth code on DomainWalay and pay the transfer fee. Most transfers add a year to the domain.
Approve the emailThe registrant email gets an approval link. Click it to speed things up.
Done in Handled inside the Registro.br system, usually within daysThe domain shows in your DomainWalay client area. Update nameservers if needed.
05 / Complete the setup
Hosting and SSL,
Hosting and SSL,
same login.
Your DomainWalay account also works on HostingWalay and SSLWalay. Add hosting and a certificate for your new .arq.br without a second signup.
Host it on HostingWalayNVMe hosting from Rs 299 per month, cPanel, free migration, Pakistani support.
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Real life example
A Pakistani architect would need Brazilian council registration. Few will qualify.
06 / Compare
.arq.br vs the usual suspects
07 / Same family
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Did you know
Registro.br is one of the largest country code registries in the world and signs .br with DNSSEC.
08 / FAQ.arq.br questions,
.arq.br questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .arq.br?
.arq.br belongs to Brazil and is meant for Architects websites. Registro.br is one of the largest country code registries in the world and signs .br with DNSSEC.
How much does a .arq.br domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .arq.br registration is Rs 5,686 per year and renewal is Rs 6,979 per year. Transfer is available on request. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.
Who can register .arq.br?
Only professionals registered with the relevant Brazilian body can register an arq.br domain. A CPF or CNPJ is also needed. You need a CPF or CNPJ and proof of registration with the Brazilian architects council (CAU).
Can I register .arq.br from Pakistan?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility rule. Only professionals registered with the relevant Brazilian body can register an arq.br domain. A CPF or CNPJ is also needed. Message us on WhatsApp before you order and we confirm the route for your case.
How do I transfer my .arq.br domain to DomainWalay?
Unlock the domain at your current registrar, get the auth code, and start the transfer here with that code. It usually takes Handled inside the Registro.br system, usually within days.
What happens if my .arq.br domain expires?
Renew before the expiry date. Late renewal rules for .arq.br are set by the registry and can change, so we send reminders 30, 15 and 7 days before expiry.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .arq.br?
The .arq.br registry publishes some registrant details, so full privacy is not available. Use a business address and a role email.
Which is better for a Pakistani business, .arq.br or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .arq.br suits architects registered in Brazil. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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