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.gh Domain: Ghana ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.gh is the country-code top-level domain for Ghana.

Overview

.gh is the country-code top-level domain for Ghana, in Africa. It is managed by the Network Computer Systems Limited (NCS).

Ghana's government has announced plans to bring .gh under state ownership; as of early 2026 the private operator still ran the registry.

Who can register

Direct registration generally needs a real connection to the country, such as citizenship, residence, a local company, a local trademark or a local contact.

Second-level endings: Mostly under .com.gh; also .edu.gh, .org.gh, .mil.gh.

Before you buy a .gh 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?

Weighing up a specific .gh name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .gh?

.gh is the country-code top-level domain for Ghana.

Who runs the .gh domain?

The .gh registry is managed by Network Computer Systems Limited (NCS).

Can I register a .gh domain from another country?

Usually not directly. .gh generally requires a local connection, such as citizenship, residence, a local company, trademark or contact. Some registrars offer trustee services, which carry their own risks.

Does Google treat .gh as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .gh as a signal that a site targets Ghana.

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Sources checked: icannwiki.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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