Domain Names
Legal Basis
There is no specific legislation on country code top-level domain names.
Filing
Country code top-level domain name: .np
Sub-domains: .com.np; .coop.np; .edu.np; .gov.np; .mil.np; .net.np; .org.np; .info.np (for a complete list, please consult: https://register.com.np/np-ccTLDs).
Applicant: individuals and legal entities.
Restriction as to nationality: foreign companies can only register domain names under .np that correspond to their company trade names.
Local presence: not required; the application should be made through the administrative contact located in Nepal.
Domestic trademark right: not required for obtaining domain name registration.
Domain name can be registered as a trademark: yes.
Registration, Protection
Duration: indefinite.
Renewal/maintenance: n.a.
Dispute about ownership: to be brought before the court.
Uniform dispute resolution procedure: none.
Authority name: Mercantile Communications Pvt. Ltd.
Internet address: www.mercantile.com.np/domain-registration.php / https://register.com.np