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PK Domain Registration
PK Domain Services
Everything You Need for PK Domain Registration
Register and manage your Pakistani domain with Omni Links. From PK domain registration and PKNIC prepaid services to domain management, DNS configuration, renewals, and popular Pakistani domain extensions, we make it easier to establish your online identity.
PK Domain Registration
Register a professional .PK domain for your business, personal website, online store, organization, or local brand. A PK domain name gives your website a clear connection with Pakistan and provides a recognizable local domain identity for your online presence.
PKNIC Prepaid & Domain Credits
Use PKNIC prepaid options or available domain credits for eligible PK domain registration and renewal payments. Prepaid domain services can be convenient for customers who regularly manage multiple Pakistani domain names.
PK Domain Name Availability
Search for your preferred PK domain name before registration and find an available name that matches your brand. Choose a short, memorable, and relevant domain that customers can easily remember when visiting your website.
Pakistani Domain Extensions
Choose from popular Pakistani domain extensions including .PK, .COM.PK, .NET.PK, .ORG.PK, .BIZ.PK, and other available PK domain categories according to the applicable registration requirements.
PK Domain Management
Manage important domain settings after your PK domain registration, including DNS configuration and nameserver settings. Proper domain management helps you connect your domain with your website, email service, hosting platform, or other online services.
PK Domain Renewal
Keep your Pakistani domain active by renewing it before expiration. PK domain renewal is important for maintaining your website, email, and online brand identity. PKNIC currently operates PK domain registration and renewal on a two-year billing basis.
PK Domain for Business
Give your company a local digital identity with a PK domain for business. A .PK or .COM.PK domain can be suitable for Pakistani companies, startups, retailers, service providers, professionals, and organizations building a local online presence.
Buy PK Domain for Your Brand
Looking to buy a PK domain for your new website or brand? Choose a domain that is relevant to your business name and easy for customers to remember. Register your preferred .PK domain and connect it with your hosting or website platform.
PKNIC Domain Support
Get assistance with common PKNIC domain requirements, registration processes, renewals, DNS configuration, and domain management. Omni Links helps customers understand the practical steps involved in managing their Pakistani domain and connecting it to their online services.
Domain Structure
All new domains that are registered under .PK, must belong to one of the following second-level or third-level domains. General guidelines for each categories are given below. Payment schedule for all the domain type are the same.
| .PK | General Second Level Domains without .com.pk etc Suffix |
| .COM.PK | General Business, or Individual |
| .NET.PK | Network Related Business |
| .ORG.PK | Non-profit Organizations |
| .FAM.PK | Family and Individuals |
| .BIZ.PK | General Business, Promotional |
| .WEB.PK | Web Sites |
| .EDU.PK | Educational Institutes |
| .GOV.PK | Domains for Government of Pakistan |
| .GOB.PK | Domains for Government of Baluchistan |
| .GOG.PK | Domains for Government of Gilgit Baltistan |
| .GKP.PK | Domains for Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| .GOP.PK | Domains for Government of Punjab |
| .GOS.PK | Domains for Government of Sindh |
| .GOK.PK | Domains for Government of Azad Kashmir |
Applications for these domains must conform to the PKNIC registration policy agreement in addition to the requirements given below. In the case of any difference between the PKNIC registration policy and the specific domain terms and conditions described below, these terms and conditions will apply.
- The maximum domain name length is 63 characters (excluding the .pk portion), and the maximum length is 67 characters including .pk suffix
- For second level .PK domains, the minimum length for the domain name, exclusive of the .pk portion is four characters (e.g. 1234.pk). A four character name before .pk can not start with one of the PKNIC second level sub-domains (e.g. com, net, org, gov, gop, etc.). For example the following domain names are not acceptable: (coms.pk, comm.pk, nets.pk, net2.pk, govs.pk, etc). The complete list of the .PK current and reserved sub-domains includes but is not limited to .COM.PK, .NET.PK, .ORG.PK, .FAM.PK, .BIZ.PK, .WEB.PK, .EDU.PK, .GOV.PK, .GOB.PK, .GOG.PK, .GKP.PK, .GOP.PK, .GOS.PK, .GOK.PK, .INFO.PK
- To help minimize website phishing attacks, the following restrictions are placed:
- Any new domain registration, since August 2013, with a four character name before .pk can not contain one of the PKNIC second level sub-domains (e.g. com, net, org, gov, gop, etc.)
- Any new second level domain registration, since May 2014, can not end with a reserved sub-domain for Government or Education (i.e. gov.pk, edu.pk, gop.pk, gos.pk, gob.pk, gog.pk, gok.pk, gkp.pk). Exceptions can be made for longer names who’s meaning are not easily confused with government or educational functions.
- For third level .COM.PK, etc domains, the minimum domain name of one character are allowed (e.g. a.com.pk). The label “pk” and all the second level suffix names are reserved for these domain types (e.g. can not register pk.com.pk, net.com.pk, com.com.pk, gov.com.pk, etc).
- A domain name can not begin with a dash “-“, and can not have two consecutive dashes “–“in it. These are reserved for IDN encodings
- Generic dictionary words are allowed (unless they violate other terms set forth here or in the general PKNIC Registration Policy).
- The domain name is not present in the list of reserved or blocked names. Examples of reserved namespace are INFO.PK, NAME.PK, etc.
- Domain names are not required to have pre configured name servers for them.
FAQ
PK Domain Registration FAQs
Find answers to common questions about PK Domain Registration, PKNIC prepaid options, PK domain names and renewals.
What is PK Domain Registration? +
PK Domain Registration is the process of registering a domain under Pakistan's .PK namespace. Popular options include .PK, .COM.PK, .NET.PK and .ORG.PK. PKNIC administers the .PK domain namespace in Pakistan.
How can I buy a PK domain? +
To buy a PK domain, search for your preferred domain name, check its availability and complete the registration process through a PKNIC channel partner or reseller such as Omni Links.
What is a PKNIC Prepaid Card? +
A PKNIC Prepaid Card is a payment method that can be used for eligible .PK domain payments. PKNIC also provides other payment options for domain registration and renewal.
Which PK domain extensions are available? +
Popular Pakistani domain extensions include .PK, .COM.PK, .NET.PK, .ORG.PK, .BIZ.PK, .WEB.PK and .FAM.PK. Some extensions, such as education and government-related domains, have specific eligibility requirements.
How do I renew my PK domain? +
You can complete your PK domain renewal using supported PKNIC payment methods or through an authorized channel partner or reseller. Renew your domain before expiry to keep your website and email services active.