Nepal Travel Risk Level

The advisory level decreased to 2. Advisory Summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Nepal due to civil unrest. Advisory summary: The nationwide demonstrations that began in September 2025 have stopped, and the security situation is stable. However, demonstrations and local unrest can still happen, particularly in cities. Demonstrations can start with little warning and may quickly turn violent. Stay away from large crowds and follow the instructions of local authorities. Emergency services Medical services have limited ability to handle regular and emergency care. Review the Health section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information. Hospitals in Kathmandu are usually better than in other areas, but they can be crowded, may lack some equipment or medicines, and often ask that you pay before treatment. Medical treatment of foreigners is not paid for by the Government of Nepal. Bring the medicines you need, get travel health insurance that covers medical evacuation, and understand you might need to go to another country for serious treatment. Natural disasters Nepal regularly experiences earthquakes, floods, and landslides. Earthquakes can happen suddenly with little warning, including in the Kathmandu Valley. During the monsoon season from June to September, heavy rain can cause flash floods and landslides. These can block roads, damage buildings, and make it hard to get help in an emergency. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Nepal. If you decide to travel to Nepal Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program ( STEP ) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Nepal. Check local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest

Flash flood in the Rasuwa district and the Nepal-China border area On 26 August 2026, major flooding in Rasuwa district and the Nepal-China border area caused widespread damage. Buildings, roads, other transport and communications infrastructure have been severely damaged. Other areas in Nepal, including Gorkha, Nuwakot and Dhading, have also been affected. The Nepalese authorities and emergency services are responding. The authorities have warned of the risk of further flooding. Areas affected by flooding and landslides may remain unstable. Further heavy rainfall or an earthquake could trigger additional landslides, rockfalls and other hazards, particularly in mountainous areas. The situation may change rapidly. If you are travelling in the region, follow the advice of the Nepalese government and local authorities, be alert to the changing situation and monitor local media for updates. The Nepalese government has established a toll-free emergency Nepalese language number, 1234, and a dedicated hotline 1144 accessible in Nepal. The Family Assistance Centre at the British Embassy Kathmandu remains available to support the family and friends of affected British Nationals. In-person support at the Centre will be available Monday to Thursday, between 9am and 5pm and on Friday, between 9am and 1pm. Consular assistance remains available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone affected who requires support from the UK Government. If you are affected and need assistance from the UK Government call: from Nepal +977 (0)14237100 from India +91 11 2419 2100 from the UK +44 (0) 207 008 5000 Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. See the ‘Getting Help’ page for further information. Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle

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Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.