Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) Law

Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) Law

NRN Lawyers  advices Nepalese citizens staying abroad, persons of Nepalese Origin called Non-Resident Nepalis (NRN) and for NRN Lawin and Partners navigate on NRN Investment in Nepal, Inheritance and owning of Property, NRN citizenship and Regulatory Compliance, their legal rights regarding repatriation under the latest NRN Act.

Our Core Practice Covers: 

1. NRN Investment and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Nepal

  • Investment Structuring: Advising on tax-efficient, compliant legal vehicles (private/public company, joint venture).
  • Approval & Licensing: Guiding the NRN FDI process from registration to operational licensing.
  • Repatriation: Ensuring legal pathways for profits, dividends, and disinvestment proceeds in foreign currency.

2. Property Purchase and Real Estate Matters of NRNs

  • Title Search & Due Diligence: Comprehensive verification of land records and ownership.
  • Property Registration: Handling sale and transfer, ensuring compliance with NRN quotas.
  • Inheritance and Succession: Drafting wills, executing succession certificates, and legal transfer of inherited property.

3. Business Incorporation & Company Registration for NRNs

  • Company Formation: Registration at the Office of Company Registrar.
  • Regulatory Compliance: AGM compliance, capital verification, statutory reporting.

4. Banking, Finance, and Remittance Regulations

  • Account Opening: Facilitating Foreign Currency and NRN accounts in commercial banks.
  • Remittance & Forex Exchange: Advising on compliant fund transfers and complex forex matters.

5. Citizenship Formalities and Passport Matters

  • Non-Residential Citizenship: Advising PNOs on eligibility and obtaining the new citizenship card.
  • Passport Renewal and Lost Documents: Legal coordination for renewals, visas, and documentation.

6. Legal Disputes and Litigation for NRNs

  • Property Litigation: Boundary, tenancy, and ownership disputes.
  • Family and Inheritance Disputes: Representation in family law and succession cases.
  • Commercial Litigation: Advocacy in contractual and investment disputes.

Lawin and Partners Leading NRNs Lawyers in Nepal 

NRNs lawyers understand laws and directive regarding NRNs, handle documentations and provide proactive and practical advices worldwide.

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Frequently Asked Question

An NRN is a Nepalese citizen who has lived abroad for at least 182 days, or a Person of Nepalese Origin (PNO).

 

Yes, NRNs can buy residential and commercial property in Nepal, but it is subject to specific area limits set by the NRN Act and requires legal compliance.

 

No, Nepal does not allow full dual citizenship. However, the recent amendment to the Citizenship Act introduced a special Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) Citizenship status for PNOs with limited economic and cultural rights (however it is nor enforced/executed). 

 

NRNs can invest in most permitted sectors through Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), by establishing a company, or by purchasing stocks/shares after obtaining the NRN Identity Card.

 

NRNs must comply with Nepal's tax laws, including income tax on earnings derived in Nepal. We provide advice on Taxation and Compliance and DTAA benefits.

 

Yes, NRNs can repatriate their investment principal, profits, and dividends in foreign currency after obtaining necessary approvals (like tax clearance) from Nepal Rastra Bank.

 

NRNs can inherit ancestral property without needing prior government approval, provided they hold a valid NRN ID Card and the property transfer is legally documented.(but not enforced till date)

 

You can open both local currency and Foreign Currency Accounts (FCA) in commercial banks by presenting your valid NRN Identity Card and completing KYC requirements.

 

You can apply for the NRN ID Card at the Nepalese Embassy/Consulate in your country of residence or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs/Chief District Officer in Nepal.

 

NRNs Lawyers of Lawin and Partners (Law Firm) provides expert legal advice on the complexities of the NRN Act, assist with processes, and offer litigation support for property and investment disputes.

 

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