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.bw Domain: Botswana ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.bw is the country-code top-level domain for Botswana.

Overview

.bw is the country-code top-level domain for Botswana, in Africa. It is managed by Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA).

Who can register

Clear, current rules for overseas registrants are not readily available. Contact the registry or a registrar before you buy.

Second-level endings: Mostly third level, e.g. .co.bw, .org.bw, .ac.bw.

Before you buy a .bw name

• Check the renewal price as well as the first-year price. Our cost calculator shows what a name really costs over time.
• Make sure you meet the eligibility rules yourself, without relying on a trustee if you can avoid it.
• Search for trademarks and for the same name in .com.
• Say the name out loud: will people type it correctly?

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Frequently asked questions

What country is .bw?

.bw is the country-code top-level domain for Botswana.

Who runs the .bw domain?

The .bw registry is managed by Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA).

Can I register a .bw domain from another country?

Clear, current rules for overseas registrants are not readily available. Contact the registry or a registrar before you buy.

Does Google treat .bw as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .bw as a signal that a site targets Botswana.

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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org · www.iana.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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