Second-level domain / PRO

.AVOCAT.PRO domain
in Pakistan.

Open to everyone Registry: Identity Digital (formerly Afilias) Asia Domains
Quick answer

.avocat.pro is a second-level domain for legacy names for lawyers. This is a legacy professional second level of .pro meant for lawyers. Since 2015 .pro no longer checks professional status. Not every registrar still offers it. 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 72,884 per year in PKR.

1 yrMIN TERM
60 daysTRANSFER LOCK
YesAUTH CODE
YesWHOIS PRIVACY
TypeSecond-level domain
RegistryIdentity Digital (formerly Afilias)
RegionPRO
Best forLegacy names for lawyers
Term1 to 10 years
Transfer time5 to 7 days
DNSSECSupported
Dispute policyUDRP
01 / Overview

What is .avocat.pro?

.avocat.pro belongs to PRO and is meant for Lawyers, French (legacy) websites.

.avocat.pro is open to everyone. This is a legacy professional second level of .pro meant for lawyers. Since 2015 .pro no longer checks professional status. Not every registrar still offers it. You do not need any paperwork, and the domain is usually live within minutes of payment.

Here is how it looks in real life. A Pakistani who already owns an avocat.pro name can keep it, but new users usually pick plain .pro.

You can register .avocat.pro 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 .avocat.pro 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 7 days.

Who uses .avocat.pro in Pakistan

02 / Requirements checklist

What you need to register .avocat.pro

✓Who can registerThis is a legacy professional second level of .pro meant for lawyers. Since 2015 .pro no longer checks professional status. Not every registrar still offers it.
✓DocumentsNo documents are needed. Rules can change. Check the registry before you register.
✓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 .avocat.pro

Full .AVOCAT.PRO policy terms →
Registration

Register .avocat.pro 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. Rules can change. Check the registry before you register.

Renewal

Renew .avocat.pro 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 .avocat.pro 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 7 days.

Lifecycle

A .avocat.pro 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

DNSSEC is supported for .avocat.pro. You can add DS records from your DNS panel once your DNS provider signs the zone.

Registration data and privacy

Public WHOIS and RDAP output for .avocat.pro 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 .avocat.pro in 5 to 7 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 .avocat.pro 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 7 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 .avocat.pro without a second signup.

Real life example

A Pakistani who already owns an avocat.pro name can keep it, but new users usually pick plain .pro.

06 / Compare

.avocat.pro vs the usual suspects

ExtensionRegisterRenewRule
.avocat.proRs 72,884Rs 86,979Open
.comRs 3,864Rs 4,038Open
.com.pkRs 4,200Rs 4,500Open
.netRs 5,686Rs 7,065Open
08 / FAQ

.avocat.pro questions,
answered simply.

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What is .avocat.pro?

.avocat.pro belongs to PRO and is meant for Lawyers, French (legacy) websites.

How much does a .avocat.pro domain cost in Pakistan?

At DomainWalay, .avocat.pro registration is Rs 72,884 per year and renewal is Rs 86,979 per year. Transfer is Rs 72,884. Prices are in PKR and include the registry fee. Bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and cards are accepted.

Who can register .avocat.pro?

This is a legacy professional second level of .pro meant for lawyers. Since 2015 .pro no longer checks professional status. Not every registrar still offers it. No documents are needed. Rules can change. Check the registry before you register.

Can I register .avocat.pro from Pakistan?

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

How do I transfer my .avocat.pro 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 7 days.

What happens if my .avocat.pro domain expires?

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

Is WHOIS privacy available for .avocat.pro?

Yes. Personal contact details are hidden from public WHOIS and RDAP lookups for .avocat.pro.

Which is better for a Pakistani business, .avocat.pro or .pk?

It depends on your audience. .avocat.pro suits legacy names for lawyers. If your customers are mainly in Pakistan, pair it with .pk or .com.pk so you own both.

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