Domain Names

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.

Registration Authority

Authority name: Ethio Telecom. 

Internet address: www.ethiotelecom.et