Domain Names

There is no specific legislation although some regulations on the organization and management of country code top-level domain names do exist.

Filing

Country code top-level domain name: .bj 

Sub-domains: .gouv.bj; .mil.bj; .com.bj; .org.bj; .edu.bj; .gov.bj; .asso.bj; .barreau.bj; etc. 

Applicant: individuals and legal entities.

Restriction as to nationality: none.

Local presence: not required, unless for administrative contact.

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.

Registration Authority

Authority name: ARCEP BENIN.

Internet address: www.nic.bj