Nepal (The Kingdom of)

Nepal (The Kingdom of)

History of Relations

After the inauguration of the President of South Africa on 10 May 1994, South Africa and the Royal Nepalese Government agreed to have relations. The South African High Commission in New Delhi, India, is accredited to Nepal on a non-residential basis. The Nepali Ambassador in Cairo is accredited to South Africa.

Diplomatic Representation

South African Representation in Nepal

The South African High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka, is accredited to Nepal:

H E Ms B M Pheto
High Commissioner Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

South African High Commission, Colombo, Sri Lanka

(SAST +3,5 hours)

Nepal Representation in South Africa

H E Mr A P Dhital
Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary

Royal Nepalese Embassy

Travel Info

Visa Requirements for South Africans

South African passport holders can apply for a visa only upon arrival at the Katmandu International Airport in Nepal for US$15 in view of the absence of a Nepalese Embassy in South Africa. Alternatively, South African nationals wishing to visit Nepal may travel via India and apply for a visa at the Nepalese Embassy in New Delhi. The processing time takes approximately 24 hours and costs Rs 1290 (Indian Rupees) or approximately ZAR 185.00

Health Requirements

There are no specific health requirements for Nepal, but travellers are advised to obtain immunisation against hepatitis A and hepatitis B. Immunisation against tetanus and typhoid (Vivotif Berna) is also recommended.

For further information go to Travelers' Health.

Climate Info

Owing to the varied topography, the country has diverse climatic conditions. Generally, cold in the mountainous region, mild weather in the hills, and warm in the plains. Katmandu has pleasant weather with the maximum temperature ranging between 18 degrees C to 33 degrees C. In mountainous areas the average temperature ranges from 15 - 16 degrees C, while it could vary between 0 degrees C and 28 degrees C in the hills. On the plains, the average temperature varies between a minimum of 7 degrees C and a maximum of 40 degrees C.

For up-to-date weather information click here.

Currency Info

Nepali Rupee (NRs) is the legal tender. It has a fixed exchange rate vis-a-vis Indian Rupee while its exchange rate with other convertible currencies is determined by the floating exchange rate principle. The current value against one US Dollar is Rs 67,70. The currency is not freely convertible.

For current exchange rates click here.

State and Official Visits / Bilateral Meetings

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Bilateral Agreements

If you have any queries with regard to treaties please contact the Treaty Section at 012 351 0872/0851/0837.

Trade Statistics

For current information on trade statistics between South Africa and Nepal, visit the web site of the Department of Trade and Industry of South Africa

Interest Groups and Information

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