Domain Names
Legal Basis
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.
Authority name: ARCEP BENIN.
Internet address: www.nic.bj