Requirements for importing goods into Nepal
Registrations, permits, standards and restricted items to check before you order.
Before ordering from China, confirm that your business is registered to import, that the product is not restricted, and whether any permit, standard or label requirement applies.
Requirements are set by the Department of Customs, Department of Commerce and sector regulators, and can change with new notices.
Key points
Business registration
Company or firm registration, PAN/VAT and EXIM code.
Regulated products
Medicines, telecom, food, chemicals and some electronics need approvals.
Standards and labels
Some goods must meet Nepal Standards (NS) or labelling rules.
Banking rules
Foreign payments follow Nepal Rastra Bank procedures.
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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