1) What is .nz?
.NZ is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for New Zealand.
2) Who can register for a .nz domain name and what are the special registration requirements/restrictions for .nz domain name?
There are no restrictions on who can register .nz domain name, it can be register by any individual or business in any country. WebNIC currently offer .co.nz, .net.nz and .org.nz
Please refer to Domain Name for the common registration requirements.
3) What is the length for .nz domain name?
Minimum of 2 / maximum of 63 characters allowed.
4) What is the term of registration?
The term of registration is 1 - 10 years.
5) How do I perform a .nz domain registration?
Partners may register the domain name through Quick Start Registration function. Partner may refer to “Domain Registration” FAQ for more information.
6) Can I delete a domain after registered?
Yes, partners are allowed to delete a .nz domain name after registered, however, registration fee is not refundable.
7) What is the term of renewal?
The term of renewal is 1 - 10 years.
8) What is the renewal grace period for .nz domain name and how do I perform a domain renewal?
Renewal grace period for .nz domain name is 30 days, partners may renew the domain name through Quick Start Registration function. Partner may refer to “Domain Renewal” FAQ for more information.
9) Any Redemption Grace Period (RGP) for .nz domain name?
No, there is no RGP for .nz domain. Partner may refer to “Domain Restoration” FAQ for more information.
10) How long does it takes for a domain to release to public registration after expired and not renew?
After a .nz domain was expired, it will go through below life cycle:-
30 days renewal grace period -- > No Redemption grace period --> No pending delete
If partners did not renew or restore the domain name, it will be release for public re-registration approximately 30 days from the domain expiration date. Please note that domain re-registration is on first-come, first-served basis.
11) Can I initiate a registrar transfer for .nz domain name and how do I initiate the transfer?
Yes, partners are allowed to initiate registrar transfer for .nz domain name. Please note that domain will be extended for 1 year after completion. Partner may refer to “Registrar Transfer” FAQ for more information.
12) Can I initiate a reseller transfer for .nz domain name and how do I initiate the transfer?
Yes, partners are allowed to initiate reseller transfer for .nz domain name. Please note that domain will be extended for 1 year after completion. Partner may refer to “Reseller Transfer” FAQ for more information.
13) How do I manage my .nz domain name?
Partners may manage domain name through User Management function. Partner may refer to “Domain Management” FAQ for more information.
14) Can I change registrant name for .nz domain name?
Yes, partners are allowed to change registrant name for .nz domain name. Please note that in order for the changes to take effect, registry required current and new registrant fill in Change of Registrant Form [hyperlink to the .nz registrar transfer form] for filling purpose. Please kindly fill in the form, scan and email to support@webnic.cc within same business day that you submitted the change of registrant request; failing which will cause the changes be reverted.
15) Does WebNIC provide Internationalized Domain name (IDN) for .nz? No, WebNIC does not provide IDN.nz domain name at this moment.
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