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    Type
    Generic top-level domain
    Registry
    Net-Chinese
    Operator
    Net-Chinese Co., Ltd.
    Launched
    Registration term
    1–10 years
    DNSSEC
    Supported
    IDN
    Supported

    About .政府 domain

    .政府 is a Chinese (Hani) IDN generic top-level domain (gTLD) managed by Net-Chinese Co., Ltd. and delegated through ICANN's New gTLD Program in 2015. Its application received GAC Early Warnings from the governments of Hong Kong and Japan, citing concerns about potential confusion with official government domains. The registry operates under specific Public Interest Commitments that define its strict registration structure. As a product, it is designed with a multi-tiered, restricted delegation model rather than open commercial registration.

    Who can register .政府 domain

    Registration at the second level is restricted to country codes listed in ISO3166-1 (e.g., cn.政府). Eligible applicants are the relevant governments or public authorities of those countries or territories. To apply, an applicant must provide formal documentation of support from a senior government minister or agency responsible for domain name administration, ICT, or foreign affairs. Third-level registrations under an approved second-level domain are further limited to governmental organizations or public institutions within that jurisdiction.

    How to register .政府 domain

    This TLD is not allocated through standard commercial registrars via a public checkout process. Allocation is a formal delegation process managed by the registry. A government or public authority must first apply for a second-level domain corresponding to its ISO country code, submitting required letters of support. If approved, the registry delegates operation of that second-level string to the applicant. The approved entity then manages third-level registrations, limiting them to eligible governmental organizations within its jurisdiction, with the registry retaining audit and deletion rights.

    Typical uses of .政府 domain

    The .政府 extension is used exclusively by governmental bodies and public institutions to establish an official online presence. Its primary use case is for national, regional, or local government agencies to register domains that clearly signal their public authority, such as agency.cn.政府. It is chosen specifically by entities that need to demonstrate their formal public-sector status and operate within a trusted, restricted namespace. This makes it a specialized alternative to more open gTLDs like .gov or country-code second levels.

    Tips for registering .政府 domain

    • Registration is not a simple purchase; it requires a formal application process with government documentation for second-level delegation.
    • The registry's Public Interest Commitments mandate that third-level domains can only be registered by verified governmental organizations or public institutions.
    • The registry operator retains the right to audit and direct the deletion of any third-level registration that does not meet the strict eligibility criteria.
    • There is no indication of a standard commercial pricing, renewal, or WHOIS privacy model, as the domain is allocated through a non-commercial delegation agreement.

    Frequently asked questions about .政府 domain

    Who operates .政府 domain?The registry for .政府 domains is Net-Chinese, administered by Net-Chinese Co., Ltd..
    Who can register a .政府 domain?

    Eligibility is strictly hierarchical. Only a recognized government or public authority of a country/territory listed in ISO3166-1 can apply for a second-level domain like xx.政府. This application requires a signed letter of support from a senior minister or agency head. Once a second-level domain is delegated, that government authority can then permit third-level registrations, but only for its own subordinate governmental organizations or public institutions, not for commercial entities or private individuals.

    Can I transfer a .政府 domain between registrars?

    Given the non-commercial, delegation-based allocation model, the standard inter-registrar transfer process for gTLDs likely does not apply. Control of a second-level domain like hk.政府 is governed by the delegation agreement between the registry and the approved government authority. Any change in the managing entity for that second-level string would presumably require a new agreement with the registry, not a simple transfer between retail registrars.

    What documentation is needed to apply for a second-level .政府 domain?

    The applicant must provide a signed letter of support from the relevant government or public authority. This letter must come from a Minister responsible for domain name administration, ICT, foreign affairs, or the Office of the Prime Minister/President, or from a senior representative of the corresponding agency. The letter must clearly express support for the application, demonstrate an understanding of the string's meaning, and acknowledge that third-level registrations will be limited to governmental organizations.

    Can a commercial company register a .政府 domain?

    No, commercial companies cannot register a .政府 domain at any level. The Public Interest Commitments explicitly restrict third-level registrations to governmental organizations or public institutions. Furthermore, a commercial entity cannot apply for a second-level country-code domain, as that requires formal government authority status and documentation. The entire TLD is designed as a closed, public-sector namespace.

    What happens if a registered .政府 domain is used by a non-eligible entity?

    The registry operator retains the right, as stated in its Public Interest Commitments, to direct the government delegate (the manager of the second-level domain) to delete any third-level name that does not meet the eligibility criteria. This enforcement mechanism is built into the delegation agreement to ensure the namespace remains exclusively for qualified governmental and public institutions, maintaining the TLD's intended purpose.