🇳🇵 Is Nepal safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Nepal: 15 diplomatic missions from 15 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Nepal
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Airspace closures and flight disruptions linked to Middle East escalation may affect travel plans even for non-Middle East destinations
- Check transit country advice, airline updates and review insurance coverage before departing
- Expired visas due to flight disruption: Nepal Immigration Dept will grant free extensions until flights resume, arranged at airport
- Passport required with minimum 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages
- Visa required; obtainable at Nepalese Embassy, Kathmandu airport on arrival, or land border immigration offices
- Visa on arrival payment recommended in US dollars cash, as card systems may not be reliable
- Carry photocopies of passport, visa and bookings separately from originals in case of theft or loss
Risk areas and situations
- Travel to certain areas is advised against; follow local authority instructions at all times
- Monitor Embassy updates on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for in-country developments
Health
- Comprehensive medical insurance strongly recommended, including medically equipped repatriation flight to Spain
- Helicopter rescue coverage essential if planning any mountain or trekking activities
Emergency numbers in Nepal
Embassies and consulates in Nepal
15 diplomatic missions from 15 countries, across 4 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | काठमाडौँ महानगरपालिका |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Lalitpur |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Baluwatar |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇮🇱 Israel | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 1 | Kathmandu |
…and 3 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Nepal is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nepal safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Nepal is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Nepal?
The general emergency number in Nepal is 100. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Nepal?
Telcomia tracks 15 diplomatic missions from 15 countries in Nepal, across 4 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.