How do I register a .ma domain name with a reserved term?

This guide explains registration of a .ma domain that requires prior review.

Some .ma names require ANRT review before activation. This guide explains how to prepare a request rather than assuming that availability alone permits registration.

What is a reserved-term .ma domain?

Under the registration rules for .ma domain name a name requiring prior review must be examined by ANRT before activation. Applicants must provide evidence supporting their entitlement. The reserved-term list includes names associated with Morocco, national institutions and public services. Check the current list on this page. Terms related to official institutions or protected names may require review, including when combined with other words. Do not treat examples in an older guide as a complete or current list. For a proposed name such as saharamarket.ma, ask the provider whether prior review is required. Municipal names are subject to specific eligibility and naming requirements; confirm the applicable rules and supporting documents with the registry or provider.

Restricted .ma extensions

Descriptive extensions

Domains under .gov.ma, .ac.ma and .press.ma are descriptive extensions subject to prior ANRT review and eligibility requirements. The applicant must provide official documentation appropriate to the relevant organization.

• .ac.ma for eligible academic, education or vocational-training establishments

• .gov.ma for government bodies

• .press.ma for eligible press organizations

Application procedure

Submit a .ma registration request requiring prior review

After placing your .ma domain registration order for a name requiring review, follow the provider’s instructions for the pending request. The name is not activated simply because payment was made. Complete the Application form for a .ma domain requiring prior ANRT review and provide evidence supporting your entitlement through the authorized submission channel. Ask support which channel to use; the contact address is support@capconnect.com. Check the document deadline and cancellation or account-credit treatment applicable to your order rather than assuming a universal five-day reservation. CAP CONNECT submits the application to ANRT. The registry describes a five-day decision period, except where an external opinion is needed. This is not a guarantee of approval or activation by a specific date. For questions about the application, contact support:

• Email: support@capconnect.com

• Telephone: +(212) 5 39 35 15 42

Prepare the required evidence and confirm eligibility before assuming that the domain can be activated.

Key points

Check the applicable requirements and forms with the .ma registry and CAP CONNECT. Changing DNS, transferring between providers and changing the registrant are different procedures.