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Nepal's E-Commerce Registration Mandate, Explained
The Department of Commerce now requires every online seller — Facebook, apps, websites — to register or face legal action. Here's who's covered.
Aug 18, 2026Compliance
OCR Annual Compliance Filing Checklist for Nepal Companies
Every company in Nepal must file specific documents with OCR every year under the Companies Act 2063. Here's the exact checklist and how to file it online.
Aug 17, 2026
Tax & Accounting
Nepal's Electronic Billing Mandate: IRD's CBMS Rollout Explained
IRD's Centralized Billing Monitoring System now covers businesses above NPR 20 crore turnover, down from NPR 25 crore. Here's what CBMS means and who's next.
Aug 17, 2026Tax & Accounting
IRD Taxpayer Incentive Gift Program: What It Means for Your Business's Billing Habits
IRD's new Taxpayer Incentive Gift Program gives customers a cash-prize reason to demand a real bill on every purchase over NPR 100. Here's what that means for your business.
Aug 17, 2026Tax & Accounting
SSF Compliance in Nepal: What Changed for Employers in 2026
SSF enrollment is now mandatory for every employer with 10+ employees, and the contribution ceiling just rose to NPR 350,000. Here's exactly what employers must do now.
Aug 17, 2026Tax & Accounting
Nepal's Minimum Wage in 2026: What Employers Need to Update in Payroll
Nepal's minimum monthly wage is now NPR 19,550. Here's the basic-plus-allowance breakdown, the legal basis under the Labour Act, and what employers need to update in payroll.
Aug 17, 2026Tax & Accounting
VAT on Facebook and Google Ads in Nepal: What Businesses Need to Know
Nepal applies 13% VAT to digital services from non-resident providers like Meta and Google. Here's what your ad invoices should show and what records to keep.
Aug 17, 2026
Company Registration
How to Register a Private Limited Company in Nepal: Step-by-Step Guide
A step-by-step guide to registering a Private Limited company in Nepal: name reservation, MOA/AOA, CAMIS submission, fees, timeline, and PAN/VAT registration.
Aug 16, 2026Company Registration
How to Register a Public Limited Company in Nepal: Step-by-Step Guide
A step-by-step guide to registering a Public Limited company in Nepal: shareholders, MOA/AOA, CAMIS submission, fees, timeline, and post-registration steps.
Aug 15, 2026Company Registration
How to Register a Sole Proprietorship (Firm) in Nepal: Step-by-Step Guide
A practical, step-by-step walkthrough of registering a Sole Proprietorship firm in Nepal — Ward office, PAN, VAT if applicable, documents, timeline, and costs.
Aug 14, 2026Company Registration
How to Register an IT or Software Company in Nepal
Registering an IT or software business in Nepal follows the standard process — but entity choice, the MOA objective clause, and VAT treatment work differently.
Aug 13, 2026
Business Advisory
Branch Office Registration for Foreign Companies in Nepal
A foreign company opening a branch in Nepal follows a different registration track than incorporating a new subsidiary. Here's the full process.
Aug 12, 2026Tax & Accounting
How to Apply for PAN Registration in Nepal: Step-by-Step Guide
A step-by-step walkthrough of PAN registration in Nepal — business and individual PAN, required documents, and the IRD application process.
Aug 11, 2026Business Advisory
Best Business Fields to Start in Nepal: How to Choose the Right One
There's no universal "best" sector in Nepal. Here's the actual decision framework for choosing the right one: capital, regulation, skills, and competition.
Aug 10, 2026Compliance
A Compliance Calendar for Nepali Businesses
A practical compliance calendar for Nepali businesses — income tax, VAT, TDS, and OCR deadlines throughout the fiscal year, in one place.
Jul 5, 2026Tax & Accounting
Bank Reconciliation Basics for Small Businesses in Nepal
Bank reconciliation is one of the simplest habits that prevents the biggest bookkeeping problems for small businesses in Nepal. Here's how it actually works.
Jun 30, 2026Tax & Accounting
Payroll & SSF Contributions in Nepal
Running payroll in Nepal means getting SSF contributions, TDS on salary, and statutory deductions right every month. Here's what employers commonly miss.
Jun 28, 2026Tax & Accounting
D01 vs D02 Tax Returns in Nepal: Which One Applies to You
Nepal's D01 and D02 income tax returns apply to different turnover tiers, with different tax calculations. Here's how to tell which one your business files.
Jun 25, 2026Tax & Accounting
TDS Rates in Nepal: A Practical Reference
TDS rates in Nepal vary by payment type — salary, rent, service fees, dividends. A practical reference for employers and businesses withholding tax at source.
Jun 22, 2026Tax & Accounting
VAT Registration Threshold in Nepal: When You Must Register
VAT registration in Nepal is mandatory above NPR 50 lakh turnover for goods, NPR 30 lakh for services. Here's exactly when you cross the line and what to do.
Jun 20, 2026Tax & Accounting
Capital Gains Tax on Share Sales: The New Final Tax Rule
Nepal's FY 2083/84 budget made capital gains tax on listed shares a final tax. What that changes for retail investors.
Jun 18, 2026Tax & Accounting
Tax Amnesty 2083: How to Settle Old Tax Dues in Nepal
The Finance Bill 2083 lets businesses settle old tax dues for principal plus 1%, with penalties waived. Here's how it works.
Jun 15, 2026Tax & Accounting
The New 10% VAT Discount on Digital Payments
Nepal's FY 2083/84 budget added a 10% VAT discount for digital payments. Here's how the rebate works and who benefits.
Jun 12, 2026