.bj registration
.bj is Bénin’s country-code domain extension. It suits businesses, organisations, public initiatives and individuals building an online presence connected with the country. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, so an available name is allocated to the first applicant who completes the registry procedure. Documentary proof is required. An individual must submit a copy of a national identity card, passport or driving licence. A company must provide a copy of its certificate of incorporation. Supplying the correct document with the registration request helps the registry verify the holder and process the application. A .bj name must contain between 3 and 63 characters. This range supports concise brand names as well as longer descriptive addresses for local services, campaigns or regional operations. Before applying, check the spelling carefully and ensure that the holder information matches the identity or incorporation document being provided. To transfer an existing .bj domain to host.yt, first disable transfer protection at the current registrar and request the domain’s authorisation code. Submit that code with the transfer order. The process may take several days, but it does not change the domain’s existing expiration date. Holder changes follow a separate procedure, for which host.yt can provide the necessary instructions.
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Specifications
| Registration | 17.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 17.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 17.99 EUR |
| Restore | 17.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 17.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .bj extension stand for?
bj is the country-code domain extension for Bénin. It gives a website a clear geographic connection with the country and can help visitors recognise that a business, organisation, service or project is intended for Béninese audiences or has operations in Bénin.
Who can register a .bj domain?
Individuals and companies may apply for a .bj domain. The registry verifies the holder through supporting documentation: personal applicants provide an accepted identity document, while companies provide their certificate of incorporation. Available names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
What restrictions or documents apply to .bj registration?
The requested .bj label must contain between 3 and 63 characters. An individual must provide a copy of a national identity card, passport or driving licence. A company must instead submit a copy of its certificate of incorporation as part of the registration procedure.
Is .bj a good choice, and what projects suit it?
bj is a practical choice for projects with a meaningful connection to Bénin. It suits local businesses, institutions, associations, public-interest initiatives and international companies serving the Béninese market. The extension immediately communicates geographic focus without requiring that connection to be explained in the domain name.
When does .bj make more sense than .com?
Choose .bj when identifying the project with Bénin is more important than presenting it as globally neutral. A .com address is more familiar internationally, while .bj gives stronger local context. For a Bénin-focused service, branch or campaign, that geographic signal often makes .bj the clearer option.
How quickly is a .bj domain registered, and how long does it remain active?
Allow time for the required identity or company document to be submitted and validated before activation. Once registered, the domain remains active until its confirmed expiration date and can be renewed. Use the registration and renewal dates attached to your host.yt order rather than assuming a standard term.
How do I transfer a .bj domain to host.yt?
Disable transfer protection with your current registrar and obtain the domain’s authorisation code. Then provide that code when placing the transfer order with host.yt. A .bj transfer may take several days to complete, and the domain’s existing expiration date remains unchanged throughout the process.