🇳🇵 Nepal Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Asia · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
21/100
Global Rank
#90/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$800
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 84%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 67/100 | Moderate |
| Rent | 90/100 | Affordable |
| Property Purchase | 90/100 | Affordable |
| Utilities | 90/100 | Affordable |
| Transport | 57/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 22 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $800 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Nepal
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu | $650 | 18 | 52 |
| Pokhara | $800 | 22 | 54 |
| Lalitpur | $800 | 22 | 54 |
| Biratnagar | $800 | 22 | 54 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 36% |
| VAT / GST | 13% |
| Corporate Tax | 25% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 20% |
Developing tax infrastructure.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 39% | $2,554 |
| $100,000 | 42% | $4,804 |
| $200,000 | 44% | $9,304 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa on Arrival | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa on Arrival | 90 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa on Arrival | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa on Arrival | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa on Arrival | 90 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Kathmandu |
| Population | 30.9 Million |
| Currency | Nepalese Rupee (NPR) |
| Languages | Nepali |
| Region | South Asia |
| Timezone | NPT (UTC+5:45) |
| English Proficiency | Low |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Nepal Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/np. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.