What is a .NG domain?

.NG is the country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Nigeria.

It is commonly used by businesses, organizations, and individuals with a presence in Nigeria, and is a strong choice for establishing a local identity in the Nigerian market.

The .NG registry is operated by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA).

Who can register a .NG domain?

Registration is restricted to individuals and organizations with a local presence in Nigeria.

Registration restrictions

To register a .NG domain, the following requirements apply:

• A local presence in Nigeria is required
• Registrants must provide valid contact details, including:
  • Local address
  • Phone number
  • Email address

In some cases, supporting documentation may be required to verify eligibility.

Domain requirements

.NG domains must follow standard naming rules:

• Domain length must be between 1–63 characters
• Allowed characters: letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), and hyphens
• Hyphens cannot be used at the beginning or end of the domain name
• No spaces or special characters

Additional details

• Registration term: 1 year
• WHOIS privacy: Available

Related TLDs

.com.ng, .net.ng, .org.ng

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