.ao Domain
.ao is the ccTLD of Angola, registered with IANA on November 15, 1995, and managed by the Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technologies through INFOSI. It does not formally require a company or local contact, though it recommends foreign applicants demonstrate a genuine connection to the country.
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About the .AO domain
What is the .AO domain?
The registration policy does not formally require having a company incorporated in Angola or assigning a local administrative contact — neither for the direct .ao domain nor for its .co.ao, .org.ao, or .it.ao subdomains. In practice, however, foreign applicants are recommended to demonstrate some genuine connection to the country to speed up the process, and international registrants with no Angolan connection typically opt for the .it.ao subdomain, designed specifically for that profile. Domain names must be between 4 and 63 characters and do not accept accented characters.
This extension is the national domain of Angola. It does not formally require a registered local company or local contact, but the registry recommends foreign applicants demonstrate a genuine connection to Angola; international registrants typically opt for the .it.ao subdomain instead. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .AO
Who is the .AO domain for?
These are the most common situations where .AO is the ideal extension.
Business and projects in Angola
The most direct, geographically coherent use: companies and services with genuine activity in the country.
Oil and natural resources sector
Angola is one of Africa's largest oil producers; the energy sector has a strong local digital presence.
International projects (via .it.ao)
The subdomain designed for registrants with no direct connection to Angola.
Non-profit organizations (via .org.ao)
NGOs and associations with activity in the country.
E-commerce in the Angolan market
Online stores seeking local brand recognition in Angola.
Educational and research institutions
Angolan academic projects with a national digital presence.
.AO vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .AO with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ao This page | Business with a genuine connection to Angola | Connection to the country recommended | Check price |
| .it.ao | International registrants with no Angolan connection | None | Check price |
| .com | Any project | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .AO domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .AO domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .AO domain
Do I need a company in Angola to register a .ao domain?
Not formally, but if you are a foreign applicant it is recommended to demonstrate some genuine connection to the country to speed up the registration process.
What is .it.ao?
It is a subdomain designed specifically for international registrants with no direct connection to Angola, a common alternative when a connection to the country cannot be shown.
Who manages the .ao domain?
The Ministério das Telecomunicações e Tecnologias de Informação (MTTI), with technical operation through INFOSI. It was registered with IANA on November 15, 1995.
What characters are allowed in a .ao domain?
Between 4 and 63 characters, with no accented characters or other special characters.
How much does a .ao domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .ao domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability, requirements, and the current price for this extension.
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