🇳🇵 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 Nov 14, 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
- Nepal emergency lines are 1234 (toll-free, Nepali) and 1144
- UK consular help is available 24 hours a day for those affected
- Passport valid six months with at least two blank pages; keep copies of passport, visa and bookings apart from the originals
- A visa is required for entry into Nepal
- On trips into India, make sure the passport is stamped when leaving and when returning
- Follow the embassy's social media for updates
Risk areas and situations
- Major flash flood on 26 Aug 2026 in Rasuwa district and the Nepal-China border area damaged roads, buildings and communications
- Gorkha, Nuwakot and Dhading were also affected; more flooding, landslides or rockfalls are possible and the situation changes fast
- Middle East escalation is causing airspace closures and flight disruption worldwide
- Floods: avoid Rasuwa, Gorkha, Nuwakot and Dhading and areas along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers
- The situation keeps changing; follow Nepal Tourism Board and local authority instructions
Health
- Take wide-coverage medical insurance with air repatriation and helicopter rescue if you plan mountain activities
Emergency numbers in Nepal
Embassies and consulates in Nepal
15 diplomatic missions from 15 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Lalitpur |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Kathmandu |
| 🇩🇪 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 Nov 14, 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 2 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.