Egypt: National Telecommunication Regulatory Authority released guide on the rules, conditions and procedures required for granting a license to provide Arabic domain name registration services (Registrar) under the international top-level domain “. Egypt” in the Arab Republic of Egypt

On 21 November 2020, the National Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (NTRA) issued guidelines outlining the rules, conditions, and procedures for granting a licence to provide Arabic domain name registration services (Registrar) under the international top-level domain ".Egypt" in the Arab Republic of Egypt. The document specifies that applicants must demonstrate appropriate experience in Arabic domain name registration, financial capability, and a comprehensive five-year feasibility study. Key requirements include submitting organisational details, financial statements, and market analysis, while the licence entails an initial fee of EGP 500'000, an annual fee of EGP 15'000, and an EGP 20'000 insurance deposit. Licensees are obligated to adhere to international standards, provide online registration and billing services, and ensure data protection, among other technical and operational commitments.