How do I call Nepal from abroad?

To call Nepal, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +977, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Nepal?

The country calling code for Nepal is +977. To call Nepal from abroad, dial +977 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Nepal in?

Nepal is in the UTC+05:45 timezone.

What currency is used in Nepal?

The official currency of Nepal is the Nepalese rupee (₨). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Nepal?

The capital city of Nepal is Kathmandu. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Nepal?

To make affordable calls to Nepal from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +977 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Nepal?

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How to Call Nepal

Calling Nepal: [exit code] 977 [local number].

Nepal Country Code: +977

ISO: NP

NPL

Quick answer

To call Nepal, dial your international exit code, then 977, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 977 984 1234567.

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Dialing format

00 977 984 1234567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Nepal correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Nepal - whether you’re calling Kathmandu or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Nepal from anywhere in the world

International Guide

Dial your country's exit code

Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).

Add Nepal's country code

Dial the country code +977 for Nepal.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Nepal (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 977 [local number] - For example: 00 977 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

00977984 1234567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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Calling Nepal: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+977

Capital of Nepal

Kathmandu

Region

Asia (Southern Asia)

Currency of Nepal

Nepalese rupee (₨)

Nepal Time Zones

UTC+05:45

Current time

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Nepal at a Glance

Nepal, located in Southern Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Kathmandu, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 30M.

The official currency is the Nepalese rupee (₨). When calling Nepal, the country code is +977. The country observes the UTC+05:45 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Nepali.

Destination Calling Profile: Nepal

Population

30M

Population Rank

#49 of 230

Language Footprint

Nepali

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+05:45

City/Area Code Coverage

14 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Nepal currently has a 10-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +977.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Nepal

Use this route profile to plan a real international call to Nepal, including dialing format, timing, and destination context.

From

Your location

Nepal

Common exit code: 00 or +Nepal calling code: +977Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +977 before the local Nepal number.

Use Nepal local business hours as the safest reference point before placing the call.

Nepal dialing details

Nepal is represented here by NP/NPL, Kathmandu, Southern Asia, about 30M people, Nepalese rupee (₨), and primary language context of Nepali.

Destination calling code: +977. Destination time zones: UTC+05:45. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Nepal call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +977. For business calls, use Nepal's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +977 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Nepal is in Southern Asia, with Kathmandu as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 30M. Primary language context: Nepali. Local billing and everyday prices use Nepalese rupee (₨).

Route context: This page is destination-first, so the most important planning variables are Nepal's country code, local timezone, destination language context, and whether the number is mobile or landline.

Use your local international prefix or +, then +977, then the Nepal local number.Nepal business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Kathmandu.Nepal language context: Nepali. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Nepal, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Nepal

14 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Bhaktapur	977-1	+977-1 [local number]
Bharatput	977-56	+977-56 [local number]
Biratnagar	977-21	+977-21 [local number]
Bjojpur	977-29	+977-29 [local number]
Dhangadi	977-91	+977-91 [local number]
Dhankuta	977-26	+977-26 [local number]
Dolakha	977-49	+977-49 [local number]
Gorkha	977-64	+977-64 [local number]
Jhapa	977-23	+977-23 [local number]
Kathmandu	977-1	+977-1 [local number]
Nepalgunj	977-81	+977-81 [local number]
Phidim	977-24	+977-24 [local number]
Pokhara	977-41	+977-41 [local number]
Sarlahi	977-46	+977-46 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.