.np domain registration in Nepal: documents and cover-letter guide
A practical guide for individuals and organizations preparing matching identity, business or trademark records, domain choice, cover letter and DNS details for a `.np` domain.
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Quick answer
Choose a domain closely connected to your legal name, organization or trademark, prepare matching citizenship or registration evidence, write a clear request letter, and enter valid nameserver details.
Eligibility
- Nepali individuals applying for a name-based domain
- Organizations and eligible entities applying with registration or trademark proof
Required documents checklist
- □ Citizenship or entity registration
- □ Trademark/authorization if relevant
- □ Cover/request letter
- □ Chosen domain name
- □ Primary and secondary DNS/nameserver details
Step-by-step process
- Choose the correct domain category.
- Make the requested name match legal evidence.
- Prepare a signed cover letter.
- Upload clear documents and DNS details.
- Track review and configure the domain after approval.
Fees and timelines
- The registry's domain and policy terms can change.
- Web hosting, DNS and email services are separate from domain approval.
Common mistakes
- Generic unrelated name
- Blurry citizenship
- Company name mismatch
- Invalid nameservers
Confirm the current licensing rule
This is an independent preparation guide, not a license, legal opinion, inspection approval, or official notice. Requirements can change by business activity, size, location, product, regulator and local government.
Choose a domain closely connected to your legal name, organization or trademark, prepare matching citizenship or registration evidence, write a clear request letter, and enter valid nameserver details.
Why this matters
The registry checks whether the requested domain is connected to the applicant. Clear evidence and valid DNS reduce avoidable rejection.
Prepare before you apply
- Domain choice
- Identity/entity proof
- Cover letter
- DNS
- Portal account
A practical preparation flow
- 1Choose the correct domain category.
- 2Make the requested name match legal evidence.
- 3Prepare a signed cover letter.
- 4Upload clear documents and DNS details.
- 5Track review and configure the domain after approval.
The decision point most applicants miss
Decide whether the applicant should be an individual, company, NGO, cooperative, school or trademark owner and choose the matching domain category.
Avoid risky shortcuts
Do not submit fake ownership, copied designs, false labels, hidden partners, altered inspection records, or payments to anyone promising guaranteed approval outside the official process.
Official source
Check .np Domain Registration and the responsible local or sector office before filing.
Office and portal links
Printable checklist
.np domain registration in Nepal: documents and cover-letter guide
- Domain choice
- Identity/entity proof
- Cover letter
- DNS
- Portal account
FAQ
Official sources
Use these references for final confirmation before applying. Nepal Docs Guide is independent and does not replace official instructions.
- .np Domain Registration
Mercantile Communications · last accessed Jul 12, 2026
Use this source to confirm the current registration form, fee, renewal date, licensing authority, inspection rule, and submission process before applying.
Need official confirmation?
If your case involves corrections, deadlines, legal use, foreign submission, or a rejected application, contact the relevant official office before paying fees or submitting documents.
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Nepal Docs Guide Editorial Desk
Citizen services research team
Our editorial desk turns official notices, portal instructions, and field-tested document workflows into plain-language guides. Every guide is independently written and points readers back to official sources for final confirmation.
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