British Embassy in Kathmandu
Embassy 
United Kingdom Kathmandu, Nepal
- Address
- Lainchaur marg, Kathmandu
- Website
- gov.uk
Head of mission: Rob Fenn
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 11 September 2025
The United Kingdom’s embassy to Nepal is in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, at Lainchaur marg, Kathmandu. Its opening hours on record: 7 days a week. Nepali citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
Opening hours of the British embassy in Kathmandu
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
The British embassy in Kathmandu is listed as open 7 days a week. It is listed as open at weekends too.
United Kingdom visa for Nepali citizens
NepalUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of Nepal
United KingdomNepal Visa on arrival Nepal visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
Nepali citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel. Whether the British embassy in Kathmandu takes applications itself or through a visa centre is set out on its official website.
Other missions nearby
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Consular Office of India in KathmanduKapurdhara Marga, Lainchaur, Kathmandu
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Embassy of France in KathmanduLazimpat BP 452, Kathmandu
- Embassy of India in Kathmandu
Kapurdhara Marg, Lainchaur 336, P.O. Box. 292 Kathmandu
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Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in KathmanduLazimpath Road, Kathmandu
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Honorary Consulate of Iran in Kathmandu (1)Yak and Yeti Road, Durbat Marg, House No 136, Katmandu, Nepal 136, Kathmandu
The United Kingdom’s other missions in Nepal
The British embassy in Kathmandu is the only mission of the United Kingdom in Nepal on record. Nepal in turn has an embassy in London.
Latest official news
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Nepal-China floods: what you can do to help
Information on how you can support people affected by the floods and mudslide on the Nepal-China border.
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UK deploys rapid response team to Nepal to support British nationals affected by floods
The team will work alongside British Embassy staff and local authorities to provide additional consular support, as part of response efforts.
Good to know
About the British embassy in Kathmandu
It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United Kingdom in Kathmandu. It is headed by Rob Fenn, according to the records.
Address and contact
Address: Lainchaur marg, Kathmandu. The record for the British embassy in Kathmandu includes an official website.
British citizens travelling to Nepal
British citizens receive their visa for Nepal at the border; it covers up to 150 days.
Before visiting the British embassy in Kathmandu
Current procedures for the British embassy in Kathmandu, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British embassy in Kathmandu
Within 1 km of the British embassy in Kathmandu there are 5 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Embassy in Kathmandu?
The British embassy in Kathmandu is at Lainchaur marg, Kathmandu.
What are the opening hours of the British Embassy in Kathmandu?
The British embassy in Kathmandu is listed as open 7 days a week.
Is the British Embassy in Kathmandu open on Saturday?
Yes, the hours on record for the British embassy in Kathmandu include Saturday.
Do Nepali citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Nepali citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
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