.ngo registration
.ngo is reserved for eligible non-governmental organizations working in the public interest. Registrants must be non-profit-making or non-profit-focused, independent of direct government or political control, and separate from political parties and government bodies. They must actively pursue a lawful mission through a structured organization with voluntary participation and must not promote discrimination or bigotry. Organizations formed under the laws of the People’s Republic of China or any of its territories are not eligible. Every holder must accept the registry’s .ngo policy. The registry may conduct random audits, request evidence of non-governmental organization status, and delete a domain if the holder does not meet the eligibility requirements. Eligible names are registered on a first-come, first-served basis. The part before .ngo must contain between 3 and 63 characters. This extension suits established organizations that can demonstrate their mission, governance, independence, lawful activity, and non-profit orientation if the registry requests verification. To transfer a .ngo domain to host.yt, remove the transfer lock and obtain the authorization code from the current registrar. Completion may take several days, and a successful transfer adds one year to the domain’s expiry date. A holder change requires email authentication by both the current and future holders; the request expires after five days, while the domain’s expiry date remains unchanged.
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Specifications
| Registration | 18.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 18.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 18.99 EUR |
| Restore | 18.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 18.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .ngo extension stand for?
ngo stands for non-governmental organization. It identifies domains intended for independent, mission-driven organizations that serve the public interest. The extension carries eligibility requirements, so it communicates a more specific organizational status than an unrestricted general-purpose domain.
Who can register a .ngo domain?
A .ngo domain may be registered by an active, structured, lawful non-governmental organization that works in the public interest, operates on a non-profit or non-profit-focused basis, and remains independent of direct government or political control. Organizations formed under Chinese law or the laws of its territories are ineligible.
Are there restrictions or required documents for .ngo registration?
Yes. The holder must satisfy the registry’s eligibility policy and agree to follow it. The registry conducts random audits and may request documents proving non-governmental organization status. A non-compliant domain may be deleted, so registrants should retain evidence of their mission, structure, independence, and lawful operation.
Is .ngo a good choice, and what projects is it suited to?
ngo is a strong fit for eligible charities, advocacy groups, humanitarian initiatives, environmental organizations, health or education programs, and human-rights bodies. It is most useful when the website represents an active organization rather than an informal campaign, personal project, political party, government body, or profit-distributing business.
When does .ngo make more sense than .com?
ngo makes more sense when verified non-governmental status and a public-interest mission are central to the organization’s identity. .com is broader and easier to use for commercial or mixed-purpose projects, while .ngo offers clearer positioning but requires continuing compliance with the registry’s eligibility rules and possible audits.
How quickly is a .ngo domain registered, and how long does it last?
Eligible names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, but processing time can vary if eligibility checks are required. Once registered, the domain remains active until its recorded expiry date, provided the holder continues to meet registry rules and completes renewal on time.
How do I transfer a .ngo domain to host.yt?
Disable the transfer lock at your current registrar, obtain the domain’s authorization code, and submit the transfer through host.yt. The process may take several days. After completion, one year is added to the existing expiry date, subject to successful authorization and registry processing.