Domain Registration Requirements: Asia ccTLDs
1 May 2024 - 30 April 2025
(Requirements as of 6 June 2025)
ccTLD registry operator web sites and registrars who offer registrations for domains in ccTLDs served as sources for requirements.
| Asia ccTLD | Phishing Domains Reported | Malicious Phishing Domains | Registration Type | Requirements |
| bd Bangladesh |
no score | no score | RESTRICTED, STRICT REQUIREMENTS E.g., proof of residency or business presence in country |
Must either be a Bulgarian citizen, a legal entity registered in Bulgaria, or a foreign entity with a registered Bulgarian trademark. |
| bt Bhutan |
no score | no score | Restricted, strict requirements | Must have a connection to Bhutan, such as being a resident, a business operating there, or having a trademark in the country. Some registrars may require documentation to prove this connection, such as a business license or trademark registration certificate. |
| cn China |
35.1 | 12.4 | Restricted, strict requirements | Must either be a Chinese citizen with a valid ID or a company registered in China, providing relevant documentation such as a business license. Foreign entities can register .cn domains through a local service agent that operates within China, acting on their behalf. |
| hk Hong Kong |
19.7 | 3.8 | Restricted, strict requirements | must provide a valid Hong Kong Identity Card number for individuals or a Business Registration Certificate number for businesses. The registrant must also have a physical address in Hong Kong; P.O. Box addresses are not acceptable. |
| id Indonesia |
59.4 | 39.8 | Restricted, strict requirements | Must be an Indonesian citizen, a foreigner residing in Indonesia, or a legal entity registered in Indonesia. Additionally, individuals need to provide a valid KTP (Kartu Tanda Penduduk) number, while businesses or organizations must provide their NPWP (Nomor Pokok Wajib Pajak) tax identification number. |
| in India |
10.0 | 4.3 | Open, with requirements | Must provide valid contact information during the registration process, including an email address, physical address, and phone number. There are no specific nationality or residency requirements |
| io British Indian Ocean Territory |
24.5 | 14.7 | None | There are no specific geographic or residency requirements to register a .io domain, making it accessible to individuals and businesses worldwide. |
| jp Japan |
3.1 | 1.1 | Open, with requirements | Must have a physical address in Japan; this can be through a local presence or a representative in Japan. Additionally, the registrant needs to provide accurate and up-to-date contact information. |
| kh Cambodia |
no score | no score | Restricted, strict requirements | Must have a local presence in Cambodia or a connection to the country, such as a registered company or organization. |
| kr Republic of Korea |
1.2 | 0.2 | Restricted, strict requirements | Must have a local presence in South Korea; this can be either an individual who is a resident or a company registered in South Korea. |
| la Lao People's Democratic Republic |
12.0 | 5.4 | None | No specific restrictions on who can register a .la domain. It’s open to individuals, businesses, and organizations worldwide. |
| lk Sri Lanka |
5.9 | 0.5 | Open, with requirements | Registrant must typically provide contact information, including a valid email address and telephone number. For certain second-level domains under .lk, like .gov.lk or .edu.lk, additional requirements such as being a government entity or an educational institution in Sri Lanka may apply. |
| mm Myanmar |
no score | no score | Open, with requirements | Registrars may require you to have a local presence in Myanmar or to provide specific documentation proving your connection to the name you wish to register. |
| mn Mongolia |
no score | mo score | None | here are no specific residency or local presence requirements, making it accessible to individuals and organizations worldwide. |
| mo Macao |
no score | no score | Restricted, strict requirements | the registrant must have a registered company or organization in Macau. Additionally, individuals who are residents of Macau can register a .mo domain. There may also be documentation required to prove the registrant's eligibility, such as a business registration certificate or identification proving residency. |
| my Malaysia |
16.4 | 9/44 | Restricted, strict requirements | Must either be a Malaysian citizen or a registered business in Malaysia, providing relevant documentation such as a Malaysian Identity Card for individuals or a company registration certificate for businesses. |
| np Nepal |
no score | no score | Restricted, strict requirements | Registrant must prove a direct connection to Nepal, such as being a Nepali citizen, resident, or a company registered in Nepal. Documentation such as a citizenship certificate, passport, or company registration certificate is required for verification. |
| pg Papua New Guinea |
no score | no score | Open, with requirements | Must be a resident or have a registered business within Papua New Guinea. Some registrars might require proof of local presence or a local contact that can represent you or your business in the country. |
| ph Philippines |
2.5 | 0.2 | None | There are no specific citizenship or residency requirements, making it accessible to both local and international registrants. |
| pk Pakistan |
18.1 | 2.2 | None | The registration of .pk domain names is not restricted to legal entities or citizens of Pakistan. |
| sg Singapore |
3.2 | 0.5 | Restricted, strict requirements | Must either be a Singaporean citizen, a resident with a valid Singapore postal address, or a company that is legally registered with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) in Singapore. Foreign applicants can register a .sg domain by appointing a local agent or trustee who meets these requirements. |
| th Thailand |
8.7 | 0 | Restricted, strict requirements | Must be a Thai resident or a company registered in Thailand. Additionally, the domain name must closely match the registrant's name or the company's name, and documentation proving this connection may be required. Foreign entities can register a .th domain if they have a local presence or representative in Thailand. |
| tl Timor-Leste |
no score | no score | None | Anyone can register a .tl domain |
| tw Taiwan, Province of China |
4.2 | 1.5 | Open, with requirements | registrant does not need to be a resident or have a physical presence in Taiwan. However, for certain second-level domains like .gov.tw, .edu.tw, or .mil.tw, eligibility might be restricted to specific Taiwanese entities or organizations. |
| vn Viet Nam |
4.6 | 1.1 | Open, with requirements | registrant typically needs to provide personal or business identification information, such as a national ID for individuals or a business registration certificate for companies. Additionally, for certain second-level domains under .vn (like .com.vn), documentation proving relevance to the name or industry may be required. Foreign entities might also need to demonstrate a legal presence in Vietnam, either directly or through a local agent, depending on the registrar's policies. |