.PK
Short Pakistan Country-Code Identity
Choose .pk when the shortest Pakistan-focused identity fits the brand and the preferred name is available.
Pakistan domain guide
How to Register a .PK Domain: Rules, Requirements & DNS
Learn what a .PK domain is, how Pakistan domain registration works, when namespace-specific documents can be required, and how WHOIS, DNS, renewal, and transfer fit together. Commercial .PK pricing and live availability remain on the dedicated .PK Domain page.
Official PKNIC references reviewed September 2026
Understand the namespace
What Is a .PK Domain?
.PK is Pakistan's country-code top-level domain. The namespace includes the shorter .pk identity as well as second-level and moderated categories. The right choice depends on your name, organization type, branding, and the rules that apply to the exact namespace.
.COM.PK
Commercial-Style Second-Level Identity
.com.pk is commonly used when a commercial second-level naming style fits the organization or brand. Availability and current policy still matter.
Registration process
How to Register a .PK Domain
The exact registry and documentation path depends on the namespace. Use these steps as a decision framework, then confirm the live availability, price, and current rule for the exact domain you want.
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Choose the right Pakistan namespace
Use .pk for a broad Pakistan identity, .com.pk when that commercial naming style fits your brand, or a moderated namespace only when your organization meets its current eligibility rules.
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Check the exact name
Search the preferred domain and confirm its status before preparing an order. Availability and registrant lookup for .PK names can also be checked through PKNIC's WHOIS service.
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Review extension-specific requirements
Do not assume every .PK namespace follows the same documentation process. Moderated namespaces such as .edu.pk can require additional institutional proof and authorization.
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Complete the applicable registration term
PKNIC states that .PK domain fees are charged on a biennial, two-year basis and can be paid up to a maximum of ten years. ZTHosting's live .PK checkout remains authoritative for orders placed through ZTHosting.
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Configure DNS and verify services
After registration, set the required nameservers or DNS records, then verify website and email services after the changes propagate.
Moderated namespaces
.EDU.PK Domain Requirements
PKNIC publishes specific requirements for .edu.pk. The registrant must be a bona fide educational institute with active student enrollment, and the institute name should be reflected in the domain. PKNIC keeps the domain inactive until the required documents are verified.
PKNIC currently lists these activation documents
- • An authorization letter signed by the Principal or Head of the institute on the institute's original stationery letterhead.
- • Proof that the organization is a registered and active educational institute.
- • A CNIC copy of the authority signing the authorization letter.
Other moderated .PK namespaces can have different rules. Verify the exact current PKNIC requirement instead of reusing .EDU.PK documentation for another extension.
After registration
WHOIS, DNS, Renewal & Transfer Are Different Tasks
WHOIS
Use PKNIC's live WHOIS service to check availability or registration information. This guide does not replace a registry lookup.
DNS
Nameservers and DNS records connect the domain to website, email, and other services. DNS changes should be made deliberately and verified after propagation.
Renewal
PKNIC states that .PK fees are billed on a two-year basis and can be paid up to ten years. Renew before expiry and confirm the current order details for your provider.
Transfer
Changing domain management does not automatically move website files, databases, or mailboxes. Treat hosting and email migration as separate work.
Official sources
Verify Current .PK Rules With PKNIC
Registry policies, fees, and moderated-namespace requirements can change. These official PKNIC pages were reviewed for this guide in September 2026.
PKNIC Domain Registration Policy
General .PK registration policy and registrant responsibilities.
Open official source ↗PKNIC Domain Registration Information
Availability, WHOIS, registration term, and registry guidance.
Open official source ↗PKNIC .EDU.PK Requirements
Official institutional and documentation requirements for .EDU.PK.
Open official source ↗PKNIC Registrar / Account Transfer
Official transfer-related guidance from the .PK registry provider.
Open official source ↗.PK domain FAQs
Questions About .PK Domains, Rules & Registration
.PK is Pakistan's country-code top-level domain. It is used for Pakistan-focused online identities and also supports second-level namespaces such as .com.pk and moderated categories with their own rules.
.PK is the shorter Pakistan country-code identity, while .COM.PK is commonly used for a commercial-style second-level identity. Branding, availability, and any namespace-specific policy should guide the choice.
Choose the appropriate namespace, check the exact name, review any extension-specific requirements, complete the applicable registration term, and then configure the required DNS records. For a ZTHosting order, use the dedicated .PK Domain page and live checkout.
PKNIC currently states that .PK domain fees are charged on a biennial basis, meaning a two-year period, and can be paid up to a maximum of ten years.
No. Documentation depends on the namespace. PKNIC publishes specific requirements for moderated extensions. Check the exact extension before assuming that standard .PK rules apply.
PKNIC states that the registrant must be a bona fide educational institute with active student enrollment and that the institute name should be reflected in the domain. Activation requires an authorization letter from the head of the institute on original institutional letterhead, proof of registration as an active educational institute, and a CNIC copy of the signing authority.
PKNIC provides a WHOIS search tool for checking whether a .PK name is available and for looking up registration information. A guide page is not a replacement for the live registry lookup.
No. Moving domain registration or management is separate from moving website files, databases, or mailbox data. Hosting and email migrations must be handled separately where required.
PKNIC states that a registered domain name itself cannot be modified. If you need a different name, treat it as a separate registration decision rather than an edit to the existing domain.
Ready to check the name?
Use the Dedicated .PK Domain Page for Live Availability & Checkout
This guide explains the process and rules. The dedicated .PK page remains the commercial source of truth for ZTHosting availability, current pricing, and ordering.