How to Modify .NP Domain in Nepal

The .NP domain is the official country-code domain for Nepal, managed by Mercantile Communication Pvt. Ltd. If you already own a .NP domain and need to update its DNS settings or ownership details, follow the steps below.

1. How to Modify DNS (Name Servers) of a .NP Domain

You can update your domain’s name servers through the official .NP domain portal.

Step-by-step process:

1. Login to Domain Dashboard
   Visit: https://register.com.np/login
   Log in using your registered username and password.
   • If you forgot your username, check the Administrative Email via WHOIS lookup:
     https://register.com.np/whois-lookup
   • If you forgot your password, reset it here:
     https://register.com.np/password/reset
2. Locate Your Domain
   After login, go to the Active Domain section to view your registered domains.
3. Edit DNS Settings
   Find your domain and click on Edit DNS.
4. Enter Name Servers
   Add the name servers provided by your hosting provider. Example:
5. Primary NS: ns1.sarbatra.com
   Secondary NS: ns2.sarbatra.com

5. Submit DNS Modification
   Click Edit DNS to submit the request.
   The domain status will change to “Under DNS Modification.”
6. Approval & Propagation
   • Mercantile Communication will review and approve the change within 1–2 working days
   • You’ll receive a confirmation email
   • DNS propagation may take up to 48 hours

2. How to Modify Ownership of a .NP Domain

Ownership modification is required when changing the registered email or transferring the domain to another individual or organization.

Step-by-step process:

1. Create or Verify Account
   Visit: https://register.com.np/login
   Ensure your account is registered with the new email address.
2. Prepare an Application Letter
   • Use official letterhead
   • Include authorized signature and stamp
   • Subject must be: “NP Domain Modification Request”
3. Submit the Request
   • Scan the signed letter
   • Email it to: hostmaster@mercantile.com.np
4. Processing Time
   Ownership changes are typically processed within 1–2 working days.
   Confirmation will be sent via email.

Sample .NP Domain Modification Application Letter

[Date]

To,
The Host Master
Mercantile Communication Pvt. Ltd.
Durbar Marg, Kathmandu, Nepal

Subject: NP Domain Modification Request

Namaste Sir/Madam,

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to request a modification of ownership details for the .NP domain mentioned below.

I have completed the required registration process on your official website (register.com.np) using my updated email address and am submitting this request along with the necessary supporting documents.

Domain Details:
Domain Name: www.[your-domain-name].com.np
Applicant Name: [Your Full Name]
Applicant Email Address: [Your New Email Address]

As per the existing domain records, the ownership is currently associated with the email address [previous-email-address]. Due to [brief reason, if applicable], I kindly request you to update the ownership details to my new email address mentioned above.

Enclosed Documents:
1. [Citizenship Certificate / Company Registration Certificate]
2. [Any other required supporting documents]

I kindly request you to process this modification at your earliest convenience. Please inform me if any additional documentation or information is required.

Once the ownership modification is completed, I request you to notify me via email at [your-email-address].

Thank you for your time and support.

Yours sincerely,

[Your Full Name]
[Your Designation, if applicable]
[Organization Name, if applicable]
[Signature]
[Official Stamp]

Important Notes

• Replace all placeholders [ ] before submission
• Ensure documents are clear and valid
• Use the same email address mentioned in your register.com.np account