Domain Names

There is no specific legislation on country code top-level domain names.

Filing

Country code top-level domain name: .ug 

Sub-domains: .ac.ug; .co.ug; .sc.ug; .go.ug; .ne.ug; .com.ug; .org.ug 

Applicant: individuals and legal entities.

Restriction as to nationality: none.

Local presence: not required.

Domestic trademark right: not required for obtaining domain name registration.

Domain name can be registered as a trademark: n.a.

Registration, Protection

Duration: one year.

Renewal/maintenance: one year, renewable.

Dispute about ownership: can be brought before the court.

Uniform dispute resolution procedure: available (ICANN UDRP model) before WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center.

Registration Authority

Authority name: Uganda Online Ltd.

Internet address: https://registry.co.ug