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: .af

Sub-domains: .gov.af; .com.af; .net.af; .edu.af; .org.af

Applicant: individuals and legal entities.

Restriction as to nationality: none.

Local presence: 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 or five years.

Renewal/maintenance: one or five years, renewable.

Dispute about ownership: to be brought before the court or other competent jurisdiction.

Uniform dispute resolution procedure: none.

Registration Authority

Authority name: Afghan Network & Information Center (AFGNIC).

Internet address: https://afgnic.com