.kp Domain
.kp is the ccTLD of North Korea, registered with IANA on September 24, 2007, and managed by Star Joint Venture Company. Registration is limited exclusively to verified state organizations within the country; in 2016 it was accidentally revealed that only about 28 .kp domains existed in total.
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About the .KP domain
What is the .KP domain?
Registration is limited exclusively to verified organizations physically based in North Korea: government agencies, state companies, and institutions recognized by the regime. There is no registration process accessible to individuals or international entities; eligible applicants must apply directly with the registry, which evaluates each application according to its own internal verification policies. A particularly revealing episode occurred in September 2016, when a configuration error in North Korea's nameserver accidentally exposed the entire .kp DNS zone, showing the world that only about 28 domains were registered in total — an extraordinarily low figure reflecting the extremely restricted internet access within the country.
Registration is limited exclusively to verified organizations physically based in North Korea — government agencies, state companies, and recognized institutions. It is not available to the general public, individuals, or any kind of international entity. There is no registration process accessible from outside the country.
Uses of .KP
Who is the .KP domain for?
These are the most common situations where .KP is the ideal extension.
Verified North Korean state organizations
The only real possible use: government agencies and state companies recognized within the country.
Not available to the general public
Neither individuals nor international companies can access this extension.
Case study on restricted internet
The 2016 episode is commonly cited as an example of North Korea's extremely limited internet access.
.KP vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .KP with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .kp This page | Only verified North Korean state organizations | Yes — no public or international access | Not commercially available |
| .kr | South Korea (genuine alternative for commercial projects) | Residency or company with a branch in South Korea | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no such restrictions | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .KP 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 .KP domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .KP domain
Can I register a .kp domain as an individual?
No. Registration is limited exclusively to verified state organizations physically based in North Korea.
What happened with .kp domains in 2016?
A configuration error accidentally exposed the entire DNS zone, revealing that only about 28 .kp domains were registered worldwide.
Who manages the .kp domain?
Star Joint Venture Company, based in Pyongyang, following a redelegation from the Korea Computer Center in 2011. It was registered with IANA on September 24, 2007.
Can an international company register a .kp domain?
No. There is no registration process accessible to entities outside North Korea.
What extension should I use for Korea-related projects?
For South Korea, consider <a href="/en/domains/kr/">.kr</a>, an extension with a real, accessible registration process.
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