.ne Domain
.ne is the ccTLD of Niger, registered with IANA on April 24, 1996, and managed by SONITEL. It requires the applicant to be located in the country: citizenship or residency for individuals, and registration or significant presence for companies.
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About the .NE domain
What is the .NE domain?
Registration requires the applicant to be genuinely located in Niger: individuals must be citizens or residents of the country, and companies must be formally registered or have significant presence in Nigerien territory. A local representative able to receive legal documentation on the registrant's behalf is also required. Naming rules expressly prohibit terms related to internet infrastructure itself, such as "internet," "register," "domain," or "www," as well as names infringing trademarks or contrary to the country's laws.
The applicant must be located in Niger: individuals must be citizens or residents of the country, and companies must be registered or have significant presence in Niger. A local representative able to receive legal documents is required. Internet-related terms such as "internet," "register," "domain," or "www" are prohibited. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .NE
Who is the .NE domain for?
These are the most common situations where .NE is the ideal extension.
Citizens and residents of Niger
The most direct use: individuals with genuine citizenship or residency in the country.
Companies with significant presence in Niger
Businesses formally registered or with genuine activity in Nigerien territory.
Agriculture and livestock sector
Niger has an economy strongly tied to agriculture and livestock in the Sahel.
Uranium sector
Niger is one of the world's largest uranium producers.
.NE vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .NE with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .ne This page | Citizens, residents, or companies with presence in Niger | Genuine location in the country + local representative | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no Niger location requirement | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .NE 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 .NE domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .NE domain
Can a foreign company register a .ne domain?
Only if it has significant presence or formal registration in Niger, plus a local representative for legal documentation.
Can I register "internet" or "www" as a .ne domain?
No. Regulations expressly prohibit terms related to internet infrastructure itself.
Who manages the .ne domain?
SONITEL, Niger's national telecommunications company, based in Niamey. It was registered with IANA on April 24, 1996.
How much does a .ne domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .ne domain with miHosting?
Yes, if you meet the Niger location requirements. Contact our team to confirm availability and the current price.
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