Public Conduct in Nepal: what are the rules for travelers?

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Public Conduct — Nepal

What travelers need to know about public conduct in Nepal. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Public Conduct in Nepal: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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PROHIBITED

Religious conversion and proselytizing are illegal in Nepal — a criminal offense — so faith-based travelers including those doing mission work should be aware.

Criminal offense.

§ US State Dept — Nepal

Verified Jul 27, 2026

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