.rw Domain Name Registrar
Register.rw is a RICTA-accredited .rw domain name registrar in Kigali. Register a .rw domain, Rwanda's official country-code domain, from 15,000 RWF/yr. It's open to anyone in Rwanda or worldwide, with no documents required, and you can pay by Mobile Money or card. We also register .com and other international domains from the same account.
.rw Domain Pricing & Requirements
| Domain | Registration | Renewal | Documents Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| .rw | 15,000 RWF/yr | 15,000 RWF/yr | None, open to anyone |
| co.rw | 9,000 RWF/yr | 9,000 RWF/yr | None, open to anyone |
| org.rw | 9,000 RWF/yr | 9,000 RWF/yr | None, open to anyone |
| net.rw | 9,000 RWF/yr | 9,000 RWF/yr | None, open to anyone |
| coop.rw | 9,000 RWF/yr | 9,000 RWF/yr | Proof of cooperative registration |
| ac.rw | 9,000 RWF/yr | 9,000 RWF/yr | Proof of accredited academic institution status |
Prices are billed annually with no setup fee, and renewal stays at the same rate. All .rw domain types can be paid with MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, or card.
Why Register a .rw Domain?
A clear Rwandan identity
A .rw domain signals to customers and search engines that your business is rooted in Rwanda, the way a local address builds trust on a shopfront.
Far cheaper than foreign registrars
At 15,000 RWF/yr, a .rw domain costs a fraction of what overseas resellers charge for the same name, and you pay in Rwandan francs with Mobile Money.
Registered in about 10 minutes
Most .rw registrations complete in roughly 10 minutes once payment is confirmed, with no eligibility documents required for .rw itself.
Open to anyone, anywhere
You don't need to be a Rwandan resident or company to register a .rw domain. Anyone worldwide can register one and pay by card.
.rw Domain Facts
| Domain type | Country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Rwanda |
|---|---|
| Registry | RICTA (Rwanda Internet Community and Technology Alliance) |
| Launched | 1996 |
| Who can register | Anyone, in Rwanda or worldwide (ac.rw and coop.rw require eligibility documents) |
| Registration term | 1 year, billed annually |
| Renewal | Same annual rate as registration, no price increase |
| WHOIS privacy | Registrant contact details are redacted by RICTA on every .rw domain |
| Payment methods | MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, or debit/credit card |
New to how .rw is governed? See what RICTA is and what a .rw domain is.
.com & Other International Domains
Not every business needs a Rwandan suffix specifically. Register.rw also registers .com and other common international domains, on the same account and the same checkout as any .rw domain, so there's no need to manage two separate providers.
| Domain | Register, per year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| .com | 24,790 RWF | The most globally recognized suffix |
| .net | 27,546 RWF | A common alternative to .com |
| .org | 27,179 RWF | Typically used by non-profits and organizations |
| .info | At checkout | General-purpose, open to any use |
International domains renew at a higher rate than their first year; see all prices for renewal and transfer prices. Many businesses register both a .rw and a .com for the same name; see .rw vs .com for how to decide.
How to Register
- 1Search your desired domain name to confirm it's available, whether that's a .rw suffix or a .com or other international domain.
- 2Choose your TLD and add it to your cart on client.register.rw.
- 3Provide your registrant details and, for ac.rw/coop.rw, upload the required eligibility document.
- 4Pay via MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, or card, whichever works for you wherever you're based.
- 5Receive confirmation: most .rw registrations complete in about 10 minutes; international domains are typically similar.
Already know a domain is taken and want its registration details, expiry date, or nameservers? Try our free WHOIS lookup. Already own a domain with another registrar? Transfer it to Register.rw.
Ready to register your domain?
Buy a Domain on client.register.rw→Domain FAQs
Can foreigners or non-residents register a .rw domain?+
Yes. A .rw domain is open to anyone, in Rwanda or worldwide. You don't need to be a Rwandan resident or company, and international registrants can pay by debit or credit card.
What documents do I need to register a .rw domain?+
None for .rw, co.rw, org.rw, or net.rw, which are open to anyone. Only ac.rw (accredited academic institutions) and coop.rw (registered cooperatives) require an eligibility document.
How much does it cost to renew a .rw domain?+
Renewal is billed at the same annual rate as registration, 15,000 RWF/yr for .rw and 9,000 RWF/yr for the second-level suffixes, with no price increase and no hidden fees.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .rw domains?+
Yes, by default. RICTA redacts registrant contact details on every .rw domain at the registry level, so your personal information isn't exposed in a public WHOIS or RDAP lookup.
Does Register.rw only sell .rw domains?+
No. Register.rw sells .com and other common international domains alongside every .rw domain type, all through the same account.
How long does .rw domain registration take?+
Most .rw domain registrations complete in about 10 minutes once payment is confirmed.
What's the difference between .rw and co.rw?+
.rw is the flagship Rwandan domain suffix at 15,000 RWF/yr with no eligibility documents required. co.rw is a second-level commercial domain at 9,000 RWF/yr, also open to anyone.
Should I register a .rw domain or a .com?+
It depends on your audience: .rw signals a local Rwandan presence, while .com is more globally recognized. Many businesses register both. See our full .rw vs .com comparison for details.
What payment methods are accepted?+
MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, and major debit/credit cards are all accepted, so customers outside Rwanda can pay by card just as easily as local customers can pay with Mobile Money.
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