Second-level domain / Albania

.NET.AL domain
in Pakistan.

Open to everyone Registry: AKEP (Electronic and Postal Communications Authority) Europe Domains
Quick answer

.net.al is a second-level domain for iSPs, hosting and IT firms serving Albania. Any business or person can register a net.al domain. It is meant for network and internet services, but there is usually no check. You can register it from Pakistan with DomainWalay, pay in PKR, and manage DNS from one panel. Minimum term is 1 year, and a 60 day transfer lock applies after registration. Registration costs Rs 2,001 per year in PKR.

1 yrMIN TERM
60 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
YesWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSecond-level domain
RegistryAKEP (Electronic and Postal Communications Authority)
RegionAlbania
Best forISPs, hosting and IT firms serving Albania
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer time5 to 10 days
DNSSECNot offered
Dispute policyRegistry policy
01 / Overview

What is .net.al?

.net.al is the Network extension under Albania. AKEP is the telecom regulator of Albania and also manages the .al country code.

There is no eligibility barrier for .net.al. Any business or person can register a net.al domain. It is meant for network and internet services, but there is usually no check. Pay in PKR, add your nameservers and you are online.

Here is how it looks in real life. A Pakistani IT services firm with users in Albania can put its status page on a net.al name.

You can register .net.al for 1 to 10 years at a time. Renew before the expiry date to keep your website and email running. Late renewal rules depend on the registry, so do not wait for the last day.

Moving .net.al to DomainWalay is simple. Unlock the domain at your current provider, get the auth code (also called EPP code), and start the transfer here. New registrations and recent transfers have a 60 day lock. Most transfers finish in 5 to 10 days.

Who uses .net.al in Pakistan

02 / Requirements checklist

What you need to register .net.al

✓Who can registerAny business or person can register a net.al domain. It is meant for network and internet services, but there is usually no check.
✓DocumentsNo documents are needed in normal cases, but the registrar may ask for ID to confirm your details.
✓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
03 / Rules and lifecycle

Registration, renewal and
transfer rules for .net.al

Full .NET.AL policy terms →
Registration

Register .net.al 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. Only ASCII names are accepted. No documents are needed in normal cases, but the registrar may ask for ID to confirm your details.

Renewal

Renew .net.al 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. When all periods end, the name is released and anyone can register it.

Transfer

Transfers of .net.al need the domain to be unlocked and a valid auth code from the current registrar. A domain cannot move within 60 days of registration or a previous transfer. The registrant email must approve the request. Typical time is 5 to 10 days.

Lifecycle

A .net.al name goes through these stages: Active for the paid term, then Expired with a grace period of about 30 days, then Pending delete, then released.

DNSSEC

The .net.al registry does not offer DNSSEC signing at this time, so DS records cannot be added.

Registration data and privacy

Public WHOIS and RDAP output for .net.al is redacted for most personal data. Registration data still has to be accurate, and the registry can ask for it.

04 / Transfer to DomainWalay

Move your .net.al in 5 to 10 days

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 .net.al 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 5 to 10 daysThe domain shows in your DomainWalay client area. Update nameservers if needed.
05 / Complete the setup

Hosting and SSL,
same login.

Your DomainWalay account also works on HostingWalay and SSLWalay. Add hosting and a certificate for your new .net.al without a second signup.

Real life example

A Pakistani IT services firm with users in Albania can put its status page on a net.al name.

06 / Compare

.net.al vs the usual suspects

ExtensionRegisterRenewRule
.net.alRs 2,001Rs 2,266Open
.comRs 3,864Rs 4,038Open
.com.pkRs 4,200Rs 4,500Open
.netRs 5,686Rs 7,065Open
07 / Same family

Other extensions like .net.al

Did you know

AKEP is the telecom regulator of Albania and also manages the .al country code.

08 / FAQ

.net.al questions,
answered simply.

Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we reply in Urdu or English.

Ask a question
What is .net.al?

.net.al is the Network extension under Albania. AKEP is the telecom regulator of Albania and also manages the .al country code.

How much does a .net.al domain cost in Pakistan?

At DomainWalay, .net.al registration is Rs 2,001 per year and renewal is Rs 2,266 per year. Transfer is available on request. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.

Who can register .net.al?

Any business or person can register a net.al domain. It is meant for network and internet services, but there is usually no check. No documents are needed in normal cases, but the registrar may ask for ID to confirm your details.

Can I register .net.al from Pakistan?

Yes. There is no country rule for .net.al. Anyone in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad or any other city can register it and pay in PKR.

How do I transfer my .net.al domain to DomainWalay?

Unlock the domain at your current registrar, get the auth code, and start the transfer here with that code. Domains registered or transferred in the last 60 days cannot move yet. It usually takes 5 to 10 days.

What happens if my .net.al domain expires?

Renew before the expiry date. Late renewal rules for .net.al are set by the registry and can change, so we send reminders 30, 15 and 7 days before expiry.

Is WHOIS privacy available for .net.al?

Yes. Personal contact details are hidden from public WHOIS and RDAP lookups for .net.al.

Which is better for a Pakistani business, .net.al or .pk?

It depends on your audience. .net.al suits iSPs, hosting and IT firms serving Albania. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.

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