Domain Names
Legal Basis
There is no specific legislation on country code top-level domain names.
Filing
Country code top-level domain name: .mv
Sub-domains: .com.mv; .org.mv; .biz.mv; .aero.mv; .gov.mv; .coop.mv; .edu.mv; .int.mv; .info.mv; .mil.mv; .net.mv; .museum.mv; .name.mv; .pro.mv
Applicant: companies only.
Restriction as to nationality: none.
Local presence: required.
Domestic trademark right: not required for obtaining domain name registration.
Domain name can be registered as a trademark: n.a.
Registration, Protection
Duration: one year.
Renewal/maintenance: one year, renewable.
Dispute about ownership: to be brought before the court.
Uniform dispute resolution procedure: none.
Authority name: Dhiraagu Pvt. Ltd.
Internet address: www.dhiraagu.com.mv