Nepal is among the poorest and least developed countries in the world, with about one-quarter of its population living below the poverty line. Nepal is heavily dependent on remittances, which amount to as much as 22-25% of GDP. 

Devastating earthquakes late in Fiscal Year 2015 cut economic growth in Nepal, and a surge in worker remittances expanded the current account surplus. 

Its location between India and China – two of the world’s fastest growing economies – makes Nepal attractive to a number of foreign investors. 

The government of Nepal has placed a high priority on industrial development in the country. To that end, the GON is focused on creating an investment-friendly environment, increasing employment, production and productivity, and substituting imports and minimizing the trade deficit by promoting export-oriented industries.

This site provides a description of statutory and limited companies

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Nepal.

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Nepal.

This site provides a ranking by the World Bank for doing business in Nepal including business registration

Current Nepal Corporate Tax Rate: 29.50%

This site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year, as well as administrative burden in paying taxes.

This site provides a table describing the indivual tax rates based on tacable income

This site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year, as well as administrative burden in paying taxes.

The Sales Tax Rate in Nepal stands at 13 percent.

There are two rates of VAT: Normal VAT rate is 13%, some goods or services are subject to VAT at 0%. In addition some goods or services are exempt from VAT

An online site for a nepal visa application

Nepal entry and exit formalities – guide to Nepal visas, immigration, customs and border security

346 tips on getting to and getting around Nepal from real travelers and locals.

Best transport in Nepal. Including Kathmandu Bus Station, Gongabu (Kathmandu) Bus Station, Golden Travels there are over 145 transport options.

Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) is the regulatory body of telecommunications in the country. According to the latest figures, 8 companies have been licensed to operate voice based telephony services out of which 5 are heavily invested by foreign companies.

A listing of services provided by the largest telecom company in Nepal

A list of labor law issues in Nepal

A guide to the various provisions of the Labour Act of Nepal

A commentary on unemployment in Nepal from the United Nations.

Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Nepal. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.

A colorful commentary on prices in Nepal

Nepal has over 72 Ethnic Groups and over 100 spoken languages are found in the country. As the country’s groups of people are so diverse, each group follow their own customs

Dos and don’ts of etiquette in Nepal

Nepal has a great deal of variation in climate. Its latitude is about the same as that of Florida, and a tropical and subtropical climate exists in the Tarai Region.

The weather and climate in Nepal play a large part in affecting when visitors come to Nepal and it is useful to understand the seasonal variations so that visitors can choose to visit at the optimum time for the activites they wish to do.  

Latest travel advice for Nepal including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health

Before you visit Nepal, visit TripAdvisor for the latest info and advice, written for travelers by travelers.

Nepal has ambitious plans in place to turn education around by 2015 and ensure that every Nepalese child has an equal chance. 

Education in Nepal from the primary school to the university level has been modeled from the very inception on the Indian system

Nepal holidays 2016, bank holidays, national holidays, officialholiday calendar, religious festivals and celebrations for the year 2016

Quick reference guide to public holidays dates in Nepal

There are a number of different ethnic groups in Nepal, the largest is the Chhettri tribe; following them is the Brahman-Hill, Magar, Tharu, Tamang, Newar, Kami and Yadav. 

See “People and Society” on this site

Nepal Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

FAQs addressed by the Nepal customs office

This site provides key information on Nepal’s participation in the WTO. Nepal has been a member of WTO since 23 April 2004.

A guide to a range of hotel accommodations in Kathmandu

See 8 traveler reviews, 10 candid photos, and great deals for Himalaya Apartment Hotel

Before you visit Nepal, visit TripAdvisor for the latest info and advice, written for travelers by travelers

A visitors guide to destinations and experiences in Nepal.