Nepal
Warnings and insurance
Monsoon season
Travel during the monsoon season can be hazardous. Flooding (including flash flooding) and landslides cut off towns and villages for days at a time.
The Nepal government Meteorological Forecasting Division provides weather updates (in English) and flood forecasts during the monsoon. You can also access the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology flood monitoring service.
See Extreme weather and natural disasters.
Protests
Most curfews introduced in several cities following violence and protests during week of 8 September 2025 have been lifted. This allows freedom of movement. Restrictions could however be reintroduced. Avoid any large crowds or protests, check local media for updates (including any new curfews) and follow the directions of the authorities. See ‘civil disorder’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page.
Following a period of disruption to airports, flights have resumed. Contact your airline, hotel and tour operator for up-to-date information before travelling.
Read the FCDO’s advice on if you’re affected by a crisis abroad.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
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Update history
2025-10-13 15:13
Updated information about risks from civil disorder, and from monsoons (‘Safety and security’ page).
2025-10-03 16:23
Information about the risks during Monsoon season, including flash flooding (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-09-18 14:37
Updated information on potential disruption following violence in Nepal during week of 8 September (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-09-16 17:00
Addition of information that the 17 September has been declared a day of national mourning in Nepal, many business are likely to be closed for the day and travel disruption is possible (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-09-13 23:53
Curfews introduced after violent protests in Nepal during week commencing 8 September have been lifted but potential for disruption remains (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-09-12 14:40
Latest information about restrictions in Nepal following violent protests and implication for travellers. There is still potential for communications to be disrupted, and curfews continue in several cities. (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-09-10 16:40
Latest information about restrictions in Nepal following violent protests. A ban on social media has been lifted, but there is still potential for communications to be disrupted. Kathmandu airport reopened on 10 September and curfews continue in several cities (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-09-09 14:24
Updated information about violent protests in Nepal. While the ban on many social media and messaging platforms appears to have been lifted, there is still potential for communications to be disrupted. Curfews have been introduced in several cities and there is disruption to flights at Kathmandu’s airport (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2025-09-08 16:50
Addition of information about violent protests after Nepal introduced a ban affecting a wide range of commonly used social media and messaging platforms. This is impacting communications within the country. Curfews have also been introduced in several cities (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2024-10-04 11:25
Information on potential disruption to domestic and international air travel at Kathmandu airport (See ‘Air travel’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page)
2024-10-02 11:08
Additional information on disruption to domestic travel following recent flooding and landslides (See ‘Monsoon’ on the ‘Safety and Security’ page)
2024-09-30 15:49
This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and there are no significant updates.
2024-04-23 16:03
Removal of information related to an avalanche near Manslu on 21 April, as the risks have reduced. General risks related to avalanches, flooding and natural disasters in Nepal remain (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-04-21 14:38
Information on avalanche near Manslu and risk of flooding in and around Budhigandaki river.
2024-04-18 11:40
Information on air pollution risks and building safety considerations in Nepal (‘Safety and Security’ and ‘Health’ pages).
2024-01-31 14:17
Routine assessment that although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Nepal attacks can’t be ruled out (‘Safety and security’ page). Updated information on Tourist Police contact numbers if you encounter difficulties (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-01-09 09:24
Information on what to do during an earthquake and on the potential for protests (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-11-24 10:31
Removal of information about a protest in Kathmandu on 23 November, disruption may continue (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-11-22 12:51
Protests in a number of locations in Kathmandu on 23 November could lead to disruptions across the city. Avoid protests and follow direction of the police (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-08-25 13:15
Information on aviation safety, advising travellers to consult the UK Air Safety List, which currently identifies that all airlines in Nepal do not meet international safety standards and are banned from operating commercial air services to, from, and within the UK (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).
2023-07-12 13:52
Information on a helicopter crash in Nepal (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-06-22 10:09
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.
2023-06-21 11:30
Government of Nepal has removed the requirement for visitors to prove COVID-19 vaccine status or provide a negative PCR test at ports of entry (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry Requirements’ pages).
2023-05-24 11:29
Information on the risks associated with altitude sickness and terrorism in Nepal (‘Safety and security’ and ‘Terrorism’ pages).
2023-03-30 16:11
New Nepalese Government requirements for trekkers to use a guide or porter; the risks of delays to flights in remote and trekking destinations (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages). Road traffic accidents being a major cause of death and disability in Nepal (‘Safety and security’ page). Updated information on the notary and documentation services that British Embassy Kathmandu is able to provide (‘Coronavirus’ page).
2023-01-21 11:34
Update to information on flights and air safety in Nepal following fatal plane crash near Pokhara on 15 January (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and Security’ page)
2023-01-15 09:29
Plane crash near Pokhara on 15 January (‘Summary’ page).
2023-01-04 16:26
Removal of information related to the November 2022 elections. Travellers are still however advised to exercise caution and to avoid protests and demonstrations if they occur (‘Summary’ page).
2022-12-22 10:07
Updates related to removal of a number of restrictions related to COVID-19 and clarification of vaccination requirements related to those 5 years of age and over (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Coronavirus’ pages).
2022-12-21 11:29
Updates related to removal of a number of restrictions related to COVID-19 and clarification of vaccination requirements related to those 5 years of age and over (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Coronavirus’ pages).
2022-11-21 11:33
Removal of information on travel restrictions on Nepal’s Election Day (20 November 2022) (‘Summary’ page).
2022-11-18 14:56
Update to reflect security incident (suspected IED) in the Kathmandu area in the lead-up to elections on 20 November and continued risk of further incidents. There is likely to be significant restrictions on travel within the country on the day of elections and possibly days either side (‘Summary’ page).
2022-11-15 15:01
Update related to Nepal’s elections on 20 November. There is likely to be significant restrictions on travel within the country on the day and possibly days either side (‘Summary’ page). Updates to entry requirements and documentation following Government of Nepal removing the requirement to complete an online arrival form in advance of travel (‘Entry requirements’).
2022-09-22 14:14
New information advising travellers to ensure their passport is valid for the length of their stay in Nepal and to complete the emergency contact details page in their passport (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2022-09-05 12:08
Updated information on recorded cases of dengue fever in Kathmandu and the Kathmandu Valley (‘summary’ and ‘health’ pages)
2022-07-06 15:56
Updated information on domestic COVID-19 restrictions and air accidents in Nepal (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages)
2022-04-08 15:58
Updated information on visas for unvaccinated travellers and risks of possession of Cannabidiol (CBD) in Nepal. (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-03-15 16:33
Updated information on PCR test requirements for vaccinated and unvaccinated travellers to Nepal (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-03-08 10:29
Update to information on entry rules (‘Entry requirements’ page)