Angola’s digital landscape is opening its doors to the world! While we have proudly offered .co.ao and .it.ao in the past, we are officially expanding our portfolio to include the direct .ao top-level domain, as well as.edu.ao and .org.ao. This move allows businesses and users to register names directly to the left of the dot (e.g., yourbrand.ao) in one of South Africa’s most promising markets.
We’re here to give you all the information you need to establish your presence in Angola.
Opening the doors to global business
Introduced in 1996, .ao is the official country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Angola, strategically located on the western coast of Southwest Africa. For decades, the registry maintained strict restrictions, and the domain was primarily used by organizations and individuals physically associated with the country.
However, as the country modernizes, those doors have officially opened. Driven by its new national identity and slogan, ‘The Rhythm of Life,’ Angola is stepping onto the world stage and inviting the international community in. By making .ao domains accessible to a global audience, the registry is providing the digital infrastructure that brands, investors, and innovators need to anchor themselves in this vibrant market.
Required documents.
The Angolan registry requires specific information to complete your registration.
- Companies: Must provide a VAT/TAX ID number or a business registration number. Additionally, the first and last names of the domain administrator, along with their ID or Passport number, are required.
- Individuals: Must provide a valid ID or Passport number.
Why choose an .ao domain?
While historically known primarily for its oil exports, Angola is rapidly transforming. Today, it stands as one of Africa’s greatest hidden gems and a largely unexplored frontier for global business. The nation is aggressively diversifying its economy, opening its doors to share its rich culture, breathtaking natural beauty, and promising digital opportunities with the rest of the world.
Ideal For:
- Economic Investment: Angola is moving beyond its oil legacy. With major expansions in agriculture, a shift toward strategic mineral mining, and peak infrastructure spending driving its IT sector, the country is quickly becoming a prime destination for foreign investment.
- International Trade & Mobility: Doing business and traveling in Angola has never been easier. With visa-free access for 90+ countries (including the US, EU and Brazil) and integration into the KAZA UniVisa program, Angola is becoming the seamless gateway to Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
- Global Tourism: As a largely untapped travel destination, Angola is a goldmine for the tourism industry. A .ao domain is perfect for travel brands highlighting the country’s majestic national parks, waterfalls, endless deserts, and pristine beaches. It is an exceptional destination for travelers seeking the rhythm of a lively music and dance scene, or those wanting to dive into their ancestry and rich historical heritage.
- Domain Investors & Alternative Meanings: The .ao domain holds immense value beyond the local market. We are seeing a massive surge in interest from Chinese registrants and global domain investors, as “AO” has multiple meanings in Chinese, making it a highly brandable, short, and lucrative asset.
Register your .ao domains today!
We are now actively accepting registrations for.ao, .edu.ao, and .org.ao domains.
.ao
STARTING AT
$379.99 / year
Premium Domains: 2–3-character domains are available at a premium fee of under $1,000 USD. Contact [email protected] for specific pricing and availability.
For any inquiries or additional assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.