Asia
Nepal
- Capital
- Kathmandu
- Population
- 29,618,118
- Currency
- Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
- Calling code
- +977
- Languages
- Nepali, English
- 45missions
- 25embassies
- 9consulates
- 9honorary consulates
Nepal
Embassies and consulates in Nepal
embassies in Kathmandu
Nepal hosts 45 foreign missions from 38 countries: 25 embassies, 9 consulates, 9 honorary consulates and 2 other offices. All 25 embassies are in the capital, Kathmandu. Consulates are also found in Pokhara and Birgunj.
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All missions in Nepal
Other cities in Nepal
Outside Kathmandu, missions are found in Pokhara (1) and Birgunj (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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India 4 -
Canada 2 -
Iran 2 -
Poland 2 -
United States 2
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Australia 1 embassy1 -
Austria 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 - Canada 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate2
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China 1 embassy1 -
Cyprus 1 consulate1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
Fiji 1 consulate1 -
Finland 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 - India 1 embassy · 2 consulates4
- Iran 2 honorary consulates2
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Italy 1 honorary consulate1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Malaysia 1 embassy1 -
Morocco 1 embassy1 -
Myanmar 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 consulate1 -
New Zealand 1 consulate1 -
North Korea 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy1 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 - Poland 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate2
Show all 38
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Portugal 1 honorary consulate1 -
Romania 1 honorary consulate1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
Slovakia 1 consulate1 -
South Africa 1 honorary consulate1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 honorary consulate1 -
Sri Lanka 1 embassy1 -
Switzerland 1 embassy1 -
Thailand 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 - United States 1 embassy2
Visa rules for Nepal
Nepal visa guide · 10 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 1 can enter visa-free, 185 get a visa on arrival and 12 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Nepal.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Nepal
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8,165 | 5,219 | 2,928 | 35.9% | 63.6% |
| 2024 | 7,817 | 5,065 | 2,740 | 35.1% | 54.5% |
| 2025 | 7,085 | 5,311 | 1,726 | 24.5% | 30.4% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 3,705 | 2,915 | 20.8% |
| Switzerland | 2,581 | 1,756 | 31.2% |
| Finland | 799 | 640 | 19.2% |
Schengen consulates in Nepal received 7,085 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 5,311 visas. 24.5% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 it had been 35.1%: the rate fell by 10.6 points, a clear improvement for applicants. Applications fell by 9% compared with 2024 (7,817).
Most applications went to Germany (3,705), Switzerland (2,581) and Finland (799).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Finland’s (19.2%) and the highest Switzerland’s (31.2%).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Nepal.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Nepal
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 24,316 | 16,424 |
| Student (F, M) | 13,761 | 6,843 |
| Exchange (J) | 976 | 576 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 1,348 | 1,430 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 565 | 324 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 807 | 640 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 279 | 141 |
| Other | 12 | 7 |
| Total | 42,064 | 26,385 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 49.5% | 69.5% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 26,385 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Nepal, the 49th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 62%, student visas 26% and work and treaty visas 5%. That is 37% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (42,064).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Nepal received 4,823, 63% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 69.5% for citizens of Nepal in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 49.5%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Nepal’s own missions abroad
Nepal itself has 41 missions abroad, in 30 countries. Its largest networks are in Australia (5), Germany (3), China (2), Spain (2) and France (2).
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 25 embassies are in the capital, Kathmandu. The largest foreign networks in Nepal are those of India (4), Canada (2), Iran (2), Poland (2) and the United States (2).
Travel advice for Nepal
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Nepal: the US State Department rates Nepal at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 3 September 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Nepal (updated 1 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Nepal (updated 19 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Nepal?
India, with 4 missions, followed by Canada (2).
Do I need a visa for Nepal?
Of 198 passports, 1 can enter visa-free, 185 get a visa on arrival and 12 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Nepal; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.