.nz Domain Names
.nz is New Zealand's country code domain, regulated by the Domain Name Commission. No eligibility restrictions are listed in the registry rules, and short direct names like example.nz sit alongside second-level options such as co.nz, net.nz, org.nz and kiwi.nz. Terms run from 1 to 10 years.
.nz price
First year: $17.45. Renewal: $20.45 per year. Prices in USD, shown before checkout with nothing added.
About .nz
- Registry: Domain Name Commission NZ
- Country: New Zealand
- Introduced: 1987
Who can register .nz
Anyone can register a .nz domain; there are no eligibility rules.
Ideal for
- New Zealand businesses
- Kiwi freelancers and contractors
- NZ tourism and hospitality operators
- New Zealand community groups and clubs
- Companies selling to NZ customers
- Australian businesses expanding to NZ
Did you know?
- .nz was delegated in 1987.
- The .nz domain is managed by InternetNZ, with the Domain Name Commission acting as its regulator.
- Since 2014, names can be registered directly at the second level, such as example.nz, instead of only under zones like co.nz.
- kiwi.nz is a second-level zone named after the common nickname for New Zealanders.
Frequently asked questions
Who can register a .nz domain?
The listed registry rules do not set eligibility restrictions for .nz.
How long can I register a .nz domain for?
.nz domains can be registered for 1 to 10 years.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .nz?
No. WHOIS privacy protection (WPP) is not available for .nz domains.
Should I choose .nz or .co.nz?
Both point to New Zealand. Direct .nz names are shorter, while co.nz is the long-established commercial zone; net.nz, org.nz and kiwi.nz are also available.
Can I register a .nz domain through NameFlow?
Yes. You can search for available .nz names and register them through NameFlow.