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: .mr (also available in Arabic).

Sub-domains: .org.mr; .edu.mr; .perso.mr

Applicant: individuals and legal entities.

Restriction as to nationality: none.

Local presence: not required, but a local representative must be appointed.

Domestic trademark right: not required for obtaining domain name registration.

Domain name can be registered as a trademark: yes.

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: University of Nouakchott (NIC Mauritanie).

Internet address: www.nic.mr