Domain Names

There is no specific legislation on country code top-level domain names.

Filing

Country code top-level domain name: .tv 

Sub-domains: none.

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: n.a.

Registration, Protection

Duration: one year.

Renewal/maintenance: one year, renewable.

Dispute about ownership: can be brought before the court.

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

Other dispute providers: National Arbitration Forum; Asian Domain Name Dispute Resolution Center.

Registration Authority

Authority name: VeriSign, Inc.

Internet address: www.verisigninc.com