How Much Does a .COM Domain Cost in Pakistan?
At Alif Host, a .com domain costs PKR 3,100 for the first year. The regular yearly price, which is also the renewal price, is PKR 3,600. You pay in Pakistani Rupees with JazzCash, Easypaisa, Raast, a local debit card or bank transfer, so the amount on your invoice is the amount that leaves your account.
A .com is registered for 1 year at a time, and you can renew it every year. This is different from a .pk domain, which PKNIC only registers for 2 years at a time. You can search for your name on the Alif Host domain search and see the live price before you pay.
.COM vs .PK vs Other Extensions: Price Comparison
The table below shows first-year prices at Alif Host on 28 October 2026. Prices for cheaper extensions are low in the first year, so always check the renewal price before you choose one for a business.
| Extension | First-year price (PKR) | Registration term | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| .com | 3,100 | 1 year | Most businesses, online stores, brands selling abroad |
| .pk / .com.pk | 5,000 | 2 years (PKNIC rule) | Pakistani businesses that want a local identity |
| .net | 3,900 | 1 year | Tech and network services |
| .org | 2,400 | 1 year | NGOs, schools, communities |
| .online | 950 | 1 year | Startups and personal projects |
| .store / .shop / .website | 640 | 1 year | Low-cost side projects and test sites |
- A .pk domain at PKR 5,000 covers 2 years, so it works out to PKR 2,500 a year.
- Many Pakistani businesses register both the .com and the .pk of their name so nobody else can take either one.
- Read the full comparison in our guide to .pk vs .com domains.
Why a .COM Can Cost More When You Buy It from a USD Registrar
Registrars such as GoDaddy or Namecheap show their price in US dollars. When you pay with a Pakistani card, the final PKR amount usually ends up higher than the advertised price:
- Exchange rate: your bank converts USD to PKR at its own rate on the day the payment settles, so the same price can cost a different amount each year.
- Foreign transaction fees: most Pakistani banks add a fee or spread on international card payments.
- Advance tax: banks can deduct advance tax under FBR Section 236Y on cross-border card payments. Whether it applies and at what rate depends on your bank and the current Finance Act.
- Card limits: many debit cards are blocked for international payments or have a low monthly limit.
- Renewal in USD: the renewal price moves with the exchange rate, so it is hard to budget for.
Can You Get a .COM Domain Free with Hosting?
Yes, on some plans. Alif Host includes a free .com domain with the Business and Premium shared hosting plans when you pay yearly, and with the yearly WP Business, WP Pro, cloud and Node.js plans. The WP Starter plan does not include a free domain, and the yearly Starter plan includes a free .info, .site, .store, .online, .website or .xyz domain (a .com costs PKR 500 extra). If you are building a website anyway, this can save you the PKR 3,000 first-year domain price. See our guide to the domain and hosting package in Pakistan for how to pick the right combination.
How to Register a .COM Domain in Pakistan in 4 Steps
The whole process takes a few minutes:
Step 1: Search the name
Type the name you want (without .com) into the domain search. If it is taken, try a shorter version or a different extension.
Step 2: Add it to your cart
Choose 1 year or more. Add hosting at the same time if you need a website or business email.
Step 3: Pay in PKR
Pay with JazzCash, Easypaisa, Raast, a local debit card or bank transfer. No international card is needed.
Step 4: Point it to your website
Use the Alif Host nameservers (ns1.alifhost.com and ns2.alifhost.com) or add your own DNS records in the Client Area.
Tips to Avoid Paying More Than You Need
A few simple habits keep your domain cost predictable:
- Turn on auto-renew or set a reminder. An expired domain can go into a redemption period where getting it back costs much more. See how to recover an expired domain.
- Check the renewal price, not only the first-year price, before choosing a cheap extension.
- Keep your WHOIS contact email up to date so renewal notices reach you.
- Domain registrations and renewals are non-refundable once registered, so check the spelling before you pay.