Domain Names
Legal Basis
There is no specific legislation on country code top-level domain names.
Filing
Country code top-level domain name: .et
Sub-domains: .com.et; .gov.et; .org.et; .edu.et; .net.et; .biz.et; .name.et; .info.et
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: 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: Ethio Telecom.
Internet address: www.ethiotelecom.et