{"id":8747,"date":"2025-12-26T05:21:33","date_gmt":"2025-12-26T05:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pokharahost.com\/blog\/?p=8747"},"modified":"2025-12-18T05:30:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T05:30:31","slug":"free-np-domain-registration-checklist-nepal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pokharahost.com\/blog\/free-np-domain-registration-checklist-nepal\/","title":{"rendered":"Checklist: Documents Required to Register a Free .NP Domain in Nepal (2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Why Every Nepali Needs a .NP Domain<\/strong> &#8211; The .NP ccTLD (Country Code Top-Level Domain) is a unique gift for the Nepali digital community. Managed by Mercantile Communications, it is <strong>completely free for a lifetime<\/strong>\u2014meaning no registration fees and no renewal costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond being free, a .NP domain provides an instant local identity and a significant <strong>Local SEO advantage<\/strong> for ranking in Nepal. However, many applications are rejected simply because of incorrect documentation. To ensure your domain is approved on the first try, follow this updated 2025 checklist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your domain is approved, you&#8217;ll need a fast home for it. Check out our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pokharahost.com\/cheapest-web-hosting-nepal.php\">Best Web Hosting in Nepal<\/a><\/strong> to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Naming Rule: Read This First!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before gathering documents, remember the golden rule: <strong>The domain name must exactly match your name (for individuals) or your registered brand name (for organizations).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Example:<\/em> If your name is Ram Thapa, you can request <code>ramthapa.com.np<\/code> or <code>thaparam.com.np<\/code>. You cannot request <code>bestnepaliblogger.com.np<\/code> as a personal domain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Checklist for Personal Domain Registration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are an individual, blogger, or freelancer, you need the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>[ ] <strong>Scanned Copy of Identification:<\/strong> Any one of these:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nepali Citizenship (Both Front and Back)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving License<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voter ID Card<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[ ] <strong>Cover Letter:<\/strong> A simple signed application letter requesting the domain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[ ] <strong>Name Servers:<\/strong> You must have the Primary and Secondary Name Servers from your hosting provider (e.g., <code>ns1.pokharahost.com<\/code>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Checklist for Company\/Organization Registration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For businesses, NGOs, or schools, the requirements are stricter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>[ ] <strong>Company Registration Certificate:<\/strong> A scanned copy of your firm\/company\/organization registration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[ ] <strong>PAN\/VAT Certificate:<\/strong> A copy of your tax registration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[ ] <strong>Cover Letter on Official Letterhead:<\/strong> The application must be written on the company&#8217;s letterhead, signed, and stamped with the official company seal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>[ ] <strong>Name Servers:<\/strong> DNS details provided by your host.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical Requirements for Documents (2025 Update)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mercantile&#8217;s system is strict about file formats. Ensure your scans meet these criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Format:<\/strong> JPG, JPEG, or PNG only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>File Size:<\/strong> Each file must be <strong>less than 200 KB<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legibility:<\/strong> The text and photos on your IDs must be crystal clear. Blurry scans are the #1 reason for rejection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can start your application and upload these documents at the official <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/register.com.np\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Register.com.np Portal<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Step-by-Step Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Search:<\/strong> Check availability at register.com.np.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create Account:<\/strong> Sign up with a valid email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fill Details:<\/strong> Enter Administrative and Technical contact info.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upload:<\/strong> Attach your documents as per the checklist above.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wait:<\/strong> Approval typically takes <strong>2 to 3 business days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: Secure Your Digital Identity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Registering a .NP domain is the first step in building your brand in Nepal. While the process requires specific paperwork, the lifetime of free branding is well worth the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Got your documents ready? Don&#8217;t let your desired name get taken. Register your free domain today and pair it with the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=\/web-hosting-in-nepal.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fastest NVMe Hosting in Nepal<\/a><\/strong> for the best results!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Every Nepali Needs a .NP Domain &#8211; The .NP ccTLD (Country Code Top-Level Domain) is a unique gift for the Nepali digital community. Managed by Mercantile Communications, it is completely free for a lifetime\u2014meaning no registration fees and no renewal costs. 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