.ni Domain (.com.ni, .co.ni)
.ni is the ccTLD of Nicaragua, registered with IANA on October 13, 1989, and managed by the Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería. Direct registration requires a valid business license; subdomains like .com.ni or .co.ni are open without that restriction.
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About the .NI domain
What is the .NI domain?
The registration policy clearly distinguishes between levels: direct registration under .ni is restricted to legal companies, requiring a valid business license issued in the country where the applicant company operates. Second-level subdomains, such as .com.ni or .co.ni, have no such restriction and are open to people and entities from any country in the world. Specific subdomains like .edu.ni or .gob.ni have additional requirements, usually requiring affiliation with Nicaraguan educational or government institutions. Names must be between 3 and 60 characters, with no support for characters outside the standard ASCII alphabet, and the registration period is one year.
Direct registration under .ni is restricted to legal companies, requiring a valid business license issued in the country where the company operates. Second-level subdomains, such as .com.ni or .co.ni, have no such restriction and are open to anyone. Check with our team to confirm availability and exact requirements.
Uses of .NI
Who is the .NI domain for?
These are the most common situations where .NI is the ideal extension.
Legal companies with a business license (via direct .ni)
The most restricted use: businesses proving a valid business license.
Any international project (via .com.ni / .co.ni)
The unrestricted subdomains, accessible to anyone in the world.
Educational institutions (via .edu.ni)
Reserved for educational centers tied to Nicaragua.
Volcanic and nature tourism
Nicaragua is known for its volcanic landscape and lakes, such as Lake Nicaragua.
.NI vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .NI with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .com.ni | Any international project, with no restrictions | None | Check price |
| .ni This page | Legal companies with a business license | Valid business license | Check price |
| .com | Any project with no such tier structure | None | $14.99/year |
Registration process
How to register your .NI 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 .NI domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .NI domain
Can I register a .ni domain directly with no company?
No. Direct registration under .ni requires a valid business license; to avoid that, you can opt for .com.ni or .co.ni, with no restrictions.
Do I need a connection to Nicaragua to register a .com.ni domain?
No. Second-level subdomains are open to anyone or any company in the world.
Who manages the .ni domain?
The Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería (UNI), through its Information Technology Division. It was registered with IANA on October 13, 1989.
How much does a .ni or .com.ni domain cost?
The price varies by registrar. Check with our miHosting team to confirm the current price.
Can I register my .ni domain with miHosting?
Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability, requirements, and the current price for this extension.
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