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.np Domain: Nepal ccTLD Guide

Updated October 2026

.np is the country-code top-level domain for Nepal.

Overview

.np is the country-code top-level domain for Nepal, in Asia. It is managed by Mercantile Communication Pvt Ltd.

A local presence is required, and names are registered at the third level such as .com.np.

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: Registered only under .com.np, .org.np, .edu.np, .gov.np and others.

Before you buy a .np 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 .np name? TLD.is gives an AI appraisal that explains a name's strengths and weaknesses.

Frequently asked questions

What country is .np?

.np is the country-code top-level domain for Nepal.

Who runs the .np domain?

The .np registry is managed by Mercantile Communication Pvt Ltd.

Can I register a .np domain from another country?

Usually not directly. .np 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 .np as a country domain?

Yes. Google normally treats .np as a signal that a site targets Nepal.

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Sources checked: en.wikipedia.org. Last reviewed October 2026.

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