Domain Names
Legal Basis
There is no specific legislation on country code top-level domain names.
Filing
Country code top-level domain name: .bw
Sub-domains: ac.bw; .co.bw; .net.bw; .org.bw; .gov.bw
Applicant: individuals and legal entities.
Restriction as to nationality: none.
Local presence: not required.
Domestic trademark right: not required for obtaining domain name registration.
Domain name can be registered as a trademark: yes.
Registration, Protection
Duration: one to three years.
Renewal/maintenance: one to three years, renewable.
Dispute about ownership: to be brought before the court.
Uniform dispute resolution procedure: none.
Authority name: Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA).
Internet address: https://nic.net.bw