Domain Names

Although there are no detailed regulations for domain names, it is now possible to register domain names through the reservation of the domain with the concerned authority.

Filing

Country code top-level domain name: .ye  

Sub-domains: gov.ye; com.ye; net.ye; mil.ye; biz.ye; org.ye; edu.ye; school.ye; uni.ye; academy.ye; college.ye; fm.ye; tv.ye; news.ye; press.ye; coffee.ye; clinic.ye; doctor.ye; hospital.ye; pharmacy.ye; lawyer.ye; law.ye; systems.ye; insurance.ye; tech.ye; mobi.ye; solar.ye; air.ye; pro.ye; job.ye; me.ye

Applicant: individuals and legal entities.

Restriction as to nationality: for non-Yemenis, a legalized power of attorney and a request letter are required.

Local presence: not required.

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: Yemen Net. 

Internet address: www.yemen.net.ye