Duty & Custom from Nepal

Import:

Jewellery In Nepal

Apart from used personal belongings, visitors are allowed to bring to Nepal free of duty cigarette (200) or cigars (50), distilled liquor (one 1.15 liter bottle), and film (15 rolls). You can also bring in the following articles free of duty on condition that you take them out with you when you leave: binoculars, movie or video camera, still camera, laptop computer and portable music system.

Export:

Singing Bowls

It is illegal to export objects over 100 years old (sacred images, paintings, manuscripts) that are valued for culture and religious reasons. Visitors are advised not to purchase such items as they are Nepal's cultural heritage and belong here. The Department of Archaeology has to certify all metal statues, sacred paintings and similar objects before they are allowed to be sent or carried out of the country. Handicraft dealers and Nepal's travel agents are able to assist you in this process. For more information on Customs matters Contact the Chief Customs Administrator, TIA Customs Office.

Airport Tax:

Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu



Passengers departing from the Tribhuvan International Airport are not required to pay airport tax for international flights. It is included in your flight tickets. Domestic airport tax is Rs.170. We have tried our best to give you the latest information; however the taxes and custom laws are subjected to change by Government of Nepal. So, please kindly check them out when you are actually planning to visit Nepal. We should not be held responsible for any changes in taxes or customs laws, which are mentioned here.