Domain Names
Legal Basis
There is no specific legislation on domain names, but telecommunications services are governed by the Telecommunications Act, Cap. 282B, in force since September 30, 2002.
Filing
Country code top-level domain name: .bb
Sub-domains: .com.bb; .org.bb; .net.bb; .gov.bb; .info.bb; .co.bb; .store.bb; .tv.bb; .biz.bb
Applicant: individuals resident in Barbados or companies registered in Barbados.
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: yes.
Registration, Protection
Duration: one year; may pay up to five years.
Renewal/maintenance: annual, but may pay up to five years.
Dispute about ownership: to be brought before the court.
Uniform dispute resolution procedure: none.
Authority name: Telecommunications Unit, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Development.
Internet address: www.telecoms.gov.bb