.mv Registration

The .mv is the Internet top-level country-code domain extension recognized for the Maldives Islands. The .mv domain registration was introduced by DhivehiNet in 1996. All the .mv domain registration tasks are administrated by a telecommunication company, Dhiraagu Pvt Ltd. The administrative and technical contacts are NOC Engineer and Network administrator -NOC respectively of Dhiraagu Pvt Ltd.

The .mv domain extension is mainly used by government agencies and large businesses in Maldives. Smaller organizations and entities do not opt for this domain because of the absence of an easy online registration service and the heavy maintenance cost involved. The .com and .net top level domains are preferred by smaller entities.

The .mv registration helps internet users to access your web pages and locate the web server more easily. It also enables you to develop your business presence in the Maldives market. The .mv domain name allows second level domains beneath the top level domain, depending on the organization that uses the extension. There is no restriction for .com.mv (used for commercial purposes) and .org.mv (used for all small organizations) domain extensions.

Some of the second level domains used for various purposes include:

• .biz.mv — for business organizations
• .aero.mv — for aviation
• .gov.mv — for government organizations
• .coop.mv — for cooperative organizations
• .edu.mv — educational institutions like universities
• .int.mv — for International business or organizations
• .info.mv — for Information
• .mil.mv — for Maldives military service
• .net.mv — Internet and network related services
• .museum.mv — for museums
• .name.mv — for personal use
• .pro.mv — for professionals

The administrator, Dhiraagu Pvt Ltd, registers the .mv domain names on a first-come, first-serve basis. The registration fee is $400.00 for a two year contract. Multiple domains are allowed on request. When the registration processes are completed, you will get an email notification of payment receipt. Within 24 hours of that notification, your .mv domain name will become active on the internet. The registered domains should not be used for unlawful purposes or break the Maldives laws.

There are many sites available for .mv registration. http://www.101domain.com is one of the sites for .mv registration.