Register .maori.nz for 1 to 10 years. Names can use letters, numbers and hyphens, from 1 to 63 characters, and cannot start or end with a hyphen. Internationalized names in supported scripts are allowed. You need to show a real link to the Māori community. The moderator checks each request.
Second-level domain / New Zealand
.MAORI.NZ domain
.MAORI.NZ domain
in Pakistan.
Quick answer
.maori.nz is a second-level domain for māori groups and organisations in New Zealand. Only Māori people, groups and organisations can register a maori.nz domain. It is a moderated second level. You need to show a real link to the Māori community. The moderator checks each request. The minimum term is 1 year. DomainWalay checks your papers, registers the name and gives support in Pakistan. Registration costs Rs 2,100 per year in PKR.
1 yrMIN TERM
0 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
NoWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSecond-level domain
RegistryInternetNZ
RegionNew Zealand
Best forMāori groups and organisations in New Zealand
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer timeUsually within 1 day with the UDAI code
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyDomain Name Commission Dispute Resolution Service
01 / Overview
What is .maori.nz?
The .maori.nz extension is used for Māori community names in New Zealand. Direct .nz names were opened in 2014, and an expired name stays in a 90 day pending release period before it is deleted.
.maori.nz has an eligibility check. Only Māori people, groups and organisations can register a maori.nz domain. It is a moderated second level. You need to show a real link to the Māori community. The moderator checks each request. Send us the papers on WhatsApp or email and we handle the registry side.
A simple example: This name is not meant for Pakistani users. It is reserved for the Māori community of New Zealand.
Terms run from 1 to 10 years. Longer terms lock in the price and avoid yearly reminders. Expired names can usually be restored within 90 days at a higher fee.
Moving .maori.nz to DomainWalay is simple. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the auth code (also called EPP code), and start the transfer here. Most transfers finish in Usually within 1 day with the UDAI code.
Who uses .maori.nz in Pakistan
02 / Requirements checklist
What you need to register .maori.nz
!Who can registerOnly Māori people, groups and organisations can register a maori.nz domain. It is a moderated second level.
!DocumentsYou need to show a real link to the Māori community. The moderator checks each request.
✓Minimum term1 year
✓Maximum term10 years
✓Name length1 to 63 characters
✓Contact detailsA working email and phone number for the registrant
✓PaymentPKR by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card
Need help with eligibility?
Send us the domain name and your situation on WhatsApp. We confirm the route before you pay anything.
Ask on WhatsApp 03 / Rules and lifecycleRegistration, renewal and
Full .MAORI.NZ policy terms →Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .maori.nz
Renew .maori.nz any time before expiry. Auto renew is available in the client area. After expiry there is a grace period of about 30 days where renewal is still at the normal price, but the website may stop working. After that comes a redemption period of about 90 days with a higher restore fee. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.
Transfers of .maori.nz need the domain to be unlocked and a valid auth code from the current registrar. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is Usually within 1 day with the UDAI code. Eligibility rules also apply to the new owner.
A .maori.nz name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Redemption for about 90 days, then Pending delete, then released.
DNSSEC is supported for .maori.nz. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.
The .maori.nz registry publishes some registrant data. Privacy protection is not available for this extension, so use a business address and email.
04 / Transfer to DomainWalay
Move your .maori.nz in Usually within 1 day with the UDAI code
Unlock the domainLog in at your current registrar and turn off the transfer lock.
Get the auth codeAsk the current registrar for the auth code, also called the EPP code. It comes by email or shows in the panel.
Start the transfer hereEnter your .maori.nz name and the auth code on DomainWalay and pay the transfer fee. Most transfers add a year to the domain.
Approve the emailThe registrant email gets an approval link. Click it to speed things up.
Done in Usually within 1 day with the UDAI codeThe domain shows in your DomainWalay client area. Update nameservers if needed.
05 / Complete the setup
Hosting and SSL,
Hosting and SSL,
same login.
Your DomainWalay account also works on HostingWalay and SSLWalay. Add hosting and a certificate for your new .maori.nz without a second signup.
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Secure it with SSLWalayDV, OV and EV certificates from Rs 2,687 per year. Padlock and https for your .maori.nz.
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Real life example
This name is not meant for Pakistani users. It is reserved for the Māori community of New Zealand.
06 / Compare
.maori.nz vs the usual suspects
07 / Same family
Other extensions like .maori.nz
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Did you know
Direct .nz names were opened in 2014, and an expired name stays in a 90 day pending release period before it is deleted.
08 / FAQ.maori.nz questions,
.maori.nz questions,
answered simply.
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.
Ask a questionWhat is .maori.nz?
The .maori.nz extension is used for Māori community names in New Zealand. Direct .nz names were opened in 2014, and an expired name stays in a 90 day pending release period before it is deleted.
How much does a .maori.nz domain cost in Pakistan?
At DomainWalay, .maori.nz registration is Rs 2,100 per year and renewal is Rs 2,379 per year. Transfer is Rs 1,984. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.
Who can register .maori.nz?
Only Māori people, groups and organisations can register a maori.nz domain. It is a moderated second level. You need to show a real link to the Māori community. The moderator checks each request.
Can I register .maori.nz from Pakistan?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility rule. Only Māori people, groups and organisations can register a maori.nz domain. It is a moderated second level. Message us on WhatsApp before you order and we confirm the route for your case.
How do I transfer my .maori.nz domain to DomainWalay?
Unlock the domain at your current registrar, get the auth code, and start the transfer here with that code. It usually takes Usually within 1 day with the UDAI code.
What happens if my .maori.nz domain expires?
Renew it as soon as possible. There is a short grace period of about 30 days at the normal price. After that, a redemption period of about 90 days applies with a higher restore fee. Then the name is deleted and anyone can register it.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .maori.nz?
The .maori.nz registry publishes some registrant details, so full privacy is not available. Use a business address and a role email.
Which is better for a Pakistani business, .maori.nz or .pk?
It depends on your audience. .maori.nz suits māori groups and organisations in New Zealand. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.
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