Published: 17.10.2026
The .na extension is the country-code domain of Namibia, a country in south-western Africa with a long coastline on the Atlantic Ocean and its capital in Windhoek. Tourism operators, farms, shops, schools and professional firms use a .na name to show their link to the country and to reach people who live, work or travel there. Use the availability form just below this text to see whether your name in .na is still available.
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A short history
Namibia received its national code in the early years of the internet, when the network was used mainly by universities, research centres and a small number of companies. As businesses and public bodies began to publish their own websites, the zone grew into a familiar part of the country's online life. Today a .na address appears on the sites of safari lodges, retailers, schools and local service providers across the country.
Who runs it
The zone is managed by a national registry that maintains the database of names and sets the registration conditions. Registrars sell names to customers and forward orders to the registry. The registry's current terms cover holder eligibility and contact details, so check them directly before you pay, rather than relying on older information.
Rules in practice
- Holder conditions: the registry may limit who can hold a .na name, so check whether you qualify before you order.
- Contact details: the registrant information must be accurate and complete, and it may be verified when the registry asks.
- Characters: Latin letters, digits and hyphens make up a name. Support for names with special letters depends on the current rules, so check before you plan a name that includes them.
- Renewal: set reminders for a named person and enable auto-renewal, so the name does not lapse during a busy season.
Who uses .na
- Safari lodges, tour operators and car hire firms that welcome visitors to the desert and the coast.
- Retailers, craft makers and food producers that sell to customers in Namibia.
- Schools, universities and research teams that work on the country's landscapes, wildlife and culture.
- Engineering, consultancy and mining service firms that work with clients in the country.
Strengths
- The ending points clearly to Namibia, which helps visitors and partners recognise a business based in the country.
- The two-letter form is quick to read on vehicles, signs and booking pages.
- English is the official language, and German, Afrikaans and several local languages are also spoken, so a site can serve more than one audience.
Things to keep in mind
- The zone refers to one country, so a business with a wider regional audience may also want a generic address.
- Visitors from abroad may not recognise a two-letter ending straight away, so show the full address on booking forms and printed material.
- Good short names are often taken, so a name that includes a region or an activity may be easier to secure.
- The holder rules may change, so keep your registration details up to date.
Tips before you register
- Search for the same name in .com, then decide whether to own both.
- Use the official company or organisation name as it appears in its registration papers.
- Publish the site in English, with German or Afrikaans where it suits your audience, and add clear contact details.
- Configure SPF, DKIM and DMARC records before you send booking confirmations or newsletters.
- Keep auto-renewal on, and make sure two trusted people can sign in to the registrar account.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to live in Namibia to register a .na name? The registry's conditions decide this. They may depend on your situation, so read the current terms before you order.
Does a .na address help a tourism site rank in search results? No ending can promise a ranking. Accurate descriptions of destinations, clear booking information and genuine reviews matter far more.
Will international visitors understand a .na address? Many will recognise a country code, but the ending may take a moment to register. Writing the country name close to the address on your website helps.
