There is no specific legislation although some regulations on the organization and management of country code top-level domain names do exist.

Country code top-level domain name: .cn (also available in Chinese).

Sub-domains: .ac.cn; .com.cn; .edu.cn; .gov.cn; .mil.cn; .net.cn; .org.cn (for a complete list, please consult: www.cnnic.cn).

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: yes.

Duration: one year.

Renewal/maintenance: one year, renewable.

Dispute about ownership: can be brought before the court.

Uniform dispute resolution procedure: available (variation of UDRP) before WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center.

Authority name: China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC).

Internet address: www.cnnic.cn