The China to Nepal import process, step by step
Each stage from purchase order to delivery, with who does what.
A typical import moves through supplier agreement, production, inspection, export clearance in China, international transit, Nepal customs clearance and final delivery.
Knowing who is responsible at each stage — supplier, freight forwarder, customs agent or you — is the key to avoiding delays.
Key points
Clear Incoterms
EXW, FOB or CIF decide who pays and arranges each leg.
Inspection gate
Goods checked before final payment.
Document consistency
One data set used across invoice, packing list and declaration.
Single coordinator
One team managing every hand-off.
Step by step
- Purchase order and payment
Agree specification, price, Incoterms and payment through your bank.
- Production and inspection
Track production; inspect before releasing the balance.
- Export clearance in China
Export declaration and loading at the factory or warehouse.
- Transit
Air, road via Tibet border points, or sea via Kolkata and Birgunj.
- Nepal customs
Declaration, assessment, duty payment and release.
- Delivery
Inland transport to your warehouse or site.
Frequently asked questions
Are duty rates fixed?
No. Nepal's customs tariff and tax rates are set in the annual Finance Act and can change each fiscal year. We confirm the current rate for your HS code when we quote.
Can you handle the import for me?
Yes. Our import service covers documents, customs clearance and delivery, so you do not need to manage each step yourself.
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