Domain Names
Legal Basis
There is no specific legislation on country code top-level domain names.
Filing
Country code top-level domain name: .az
Sub-domains: .biz.az; .com.az; .co.az; .edu.az; .gov.az; .info.az; .int.az; .mil.az; .name.az; .net.az; .org.az; .pp.az (for a complete list, please consult: www.nic.az).
Applicant: individuals and legal entities. Foreign individuals and legal entities must apply through international providers such as “Verisign”. It is not possible to apply directly to the national registration authority.
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: not regulated.
Registration, Protection
Duration: one year.
Renewal/maintenance: one year, renewable.
Dispute about ownership: can be brought before the court.
Uniform dispute resolution procedure: none.
Authority name: INTRANS.
Internet address: www.nic.az