Nepal Introduces Foreign Nationals Management Information System

Key Point  

• Nepal introduced a new Foreign Nationals Management Information System to digitally track the entry, stay and activities of foreign nationals.  

Foreign Nationals Management Information System  

Nepal issued a public notice announcing the rollout of the Foreign Nationals Management Information System (FNMIS)/ The new digital platform will record and monitor the entry, stay and activities of foreign nationals in Nepal. The system is being introduced in phases, with the first phase already active. 

Phase 1 

Applies to: 

• Foreign nationals staying in star‑rated hotels within Kathmandu Valley 

Requirements: 

• Travelers must register in FNMIS upon arrival using the Department of Immigration’s mobile app 
• If a traveler does not self‑register, the hotel/stay provider must complete the registration 

Phase 2 – Effective March 1, 2026 

Mandatory registration expands to: 

• All-star hotels nationwide 
• Airlines 
• Travel companies 
• Money exchange services 

Looking Ahead  

The government plans to extend FNMIS requirements to: 

• All hotels and guest houses 
• Additional public and private institutions 
• Other accommodation and service providers 

Details will be announced as each phase is launched. 

Registration Process 

Foreign nationals can register by: 

• Downloading the Department of Immigration mobile application, and 
• Entering passport and visa details to create a digital record 

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