Travel advice for Nepal.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Nepal.

Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Swiss francs (CHF)

  • For ATM cash withdrawals

  • For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

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Banknotes

 

Local currency / ISO Code

Nepal rupee NPR

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Die gängigen Kreditkarten werden in begrenztem Umfang akzeptiert. Für detaillierte Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an den Aussteller der betreffenden Karte.

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Practical Information:

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Voltage

220 volt / adapter recommended

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival with visa (issued upon arrival at the airport Kathmandu; USD 30.00) for stays up to 2 months (may be extended on site).

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Lalitpur / Kathmandu, Jawalakhel, Ekanta Kuna, SDC-Compound
Tel. +977 1 554 92 25

Opening hours

Banks

9.30/10.00 - 14.30 h (Sun - Thu)
9.30/10.00 - 13.00 h (Fri)

Stores

10.00 - 19.00 h (daily)

Driving
  • Left-hand driving.

  • International driver's license required.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 25 (varies by rental company).

  • Car rental with driver recommended.

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Mosquito protection advised.

  • Risk of malaria in certain areas.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Other information
  • This country is in an active earthquake zone.

  • Hinduism is the most popular religion and may affect issues of a legal nature. Responsible for the death of a cow, for example, may be punishable by law (even if caused in an accident).

Security

  • Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.

  • Visitors are advised to observe elementary safety precautions and to inquire at local police stations about risks related to itinerary and time of travel.

  • Walking the streets after nightfall is not advised.

  • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

Cultural characteristics

Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.

Time difference with Switzerland

+ 4 h / + 3 h during our summer time

National language

Official language

Nepali

Language capabilities

English

Capital

Kathmandu

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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