Some KE domain name registration process requires that the person registering the domain submits supporting documents. This could be a certificate of incoperation, registration certificate or any other document as may be defined by the registrar. If want to jump straight and register a domain Click here
Anyone can register a KE domain, however as described above you may need supporting documents to finish KE domains registration process for some KE domains. Continue reading to learn more.
co.ke
This type of domain name extension is meant for companies. It tells web users that “this is a company in Kenya”. An co.ke domain registration does not require supporting documents.
ne.ke
This type of domain name extension is meant for network devices. It tells web users that “hey, this is a network based in kenya”. Normally you do not need to present supporting documents when doing an ne.ke domain registration.
ac.ke
An ac.ke domain name is meant for institutions of higher learning like Universities. In order for one to register an ac.ke domain, one must present supporting documents. KENIC will require one to submit a copy of the certificate of registration from the relevant ministry, a copy of the parliament act that was passed to establish the institution or a copy of the college charter.
or.ke
This type of domain name extension is meant for non-profit-making organization. It let’s web surfers identify a website as an organization based in Kenya. One does not need to present supporting documents when registering an or.ke domain.
info.ke
This type of domain name extension is meant for websites that offer information. You do not need to submit supporting documents while registering info.ke domain names.
.go.ke
The .go.ke domain extension is reserved for government ministries and institutions One must present supporting documents to register .go.ke domain names. You must submit an Authorization Letter issued by the Department of Government Information Technology Services (GITS).
Find address & contacts of GITS below:
Treasury
Treasury Building, Harambee Avenue
P.O Box 30007-00100
Nairobi
Tel. +254 20 2252299
Emails: gits@treasury.go.ke , ps@treasury.go.ke
sc.ke
The sc.ke domain extension is reserved for Lower and Middle level learning institutions. You need supporting documents to register this domain name extension. A copy of the Certificate of Registration issued by the Ministry of Education should be presented. The document must clearly identify the Entity as Kindergaten, Primary or Secondary School and MUST bear the name of the institution.
me.ke
The me.ke is meant for personal names. You can use this type of domain to display your artwork, write about yourself etc. You do not need to submit any document for domain registration process.
mobi.ke
This domain type extension is meant for mobile content. One does not require supporting documents to register this type of domain.