NRN ID Card in Nepal: A Complete 2024 Guide

NRN Services & Consulting provides complete services for getting NRN ID card. We’ve included important information regarding the card, the application process, timelines, charges, perks, and other pertinent details below.

What is the NRN ID Card?

The NRN ID Card is available to all non-resident Nepalis (NRNs), including FCNOs (Foreign Citizens of Nepalese Origin) and NCRAs (Nepalese Citizens Residing Abroad). This card identifies and grants specific advantages to non-resident Nepalis.

If you are an NRN, you and your family can register with your country’s embassy or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Once registered under Section 3 of the Non-Resident Nepalese Act, 2064, you may apply for an Identity Card by submitting an application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the consulate/embassy in your country.

Find the required details here. Sign up for the NRN ID Card.

Do I have to travel to Nepal to receive the NRN Card?

No, you do not need to visit Nepal to receive the NRN ID Card. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has created an online platform for card applications, where documentation may be submitted electronically.

How can I obtain the NRN Card from Nepal?

You have two possibilities for getting the NRN ID card:

First, please get in touch with us via your preferred method, and we will walk you through the process and assist you in receiving the card if you give us the necessary documentation.

Second, you can obtain the card yourself using the provided portal link.

How do I obtain an NRN ID card?

If you wish to receive the Card yourself, here is a full process for doing so:

Step 1: Sign up at the MOFA portal.

Step 2: Choose between FCNO and NCRA.

Step 3: Fill out the printed application form.

Step 4: Submit the Application Form with the required documents.

Step 5: Verification by the Embassy, Consulate, or MOFA

Step 6: NRN ID Card is Issued.

Before proceeding, please check the website of your respective embassy or consulate for more information, or contact NRN Legal, Nepal’s top NRN legal portal.

Step 1: Register at nrn.mofa.gov.np/#/dashboard.

First, go to this link and sign up with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You will need to give the following information:

1. Name
2. Email Address
3. Date of Birth
4. Sex
5. Name of the Country, Province, and Town
6. Location.
7. Telephone Number

Step 2: Choose between FCNO and NCRA.

After you’ve created your free account, choose either a Foreign Citizen of Nepalese Origin or a Nepalese Citizen Residing Abroad.

If you have renounced Nepalese citizenship, select the former. Otherwise, select the latter if you are a Nepali citizen with a visa who is studying, working, or doing something else overseas.

Step 3: NRN ID Card for Nepalese Citizens residing abroad

If you are a Nepalese citizen residing abroad (NCRA), you must submit an application to the Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (if in Nepal) or the Presiding Officer at the Embassy/Consulate (if not in Nepal) for the NRN ID Card, as per Rule 3(1) of the Non-Resident Nepali Rules 2066.

The details to be included in the card are shown below. Once you have completed the application form, send it to the address listed above, together with the necessary documents and fees. The fees differ according to your country of residency. The fee for an NCRA is $70 USD.

After submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your overseas residence. After successful verification, you will be given the NRN ID Card. For more information, please visit your respective Embassy or Consulate’s website or contact us directly.

Step 4: NRN ID card for foreign citizens of Nepalese origin.

If you are a Foreign Citizen of Nepalese Origin, you should apply to the Consulate General Office or Embassy of your home country. The application details vary per nation, therefore we recommend examining them before applying. In most cases, you must first supply verification documents before filling out the application form. Submit the application, together with the payments and documentation indicated below.

Step 5: Verification by the Embassy/Consulate General/MOFA.

The Embassy will issue you an ID card once you have submitted the full application and paid the relevant costs. You have the option of paying via money order, parcel delivery, or having the card collected by your representative.

What documents are necessary to receive the NRN ID Card?

The required documentation for Nepalese citizens residing abroad are:

1. Applicants must print and sign their online application form.
2. Provide an original photograph of Nepalese citizenship and a copy.
3. Provide a snapshot of the Nepalese passport and a copy of the biographic data page.
4. Documents linked to business or work in your present country of residence.
5. Provide any extra documentation as necessary.

 Applicants who are a Foreign Citizen of Nepalese Origin must submit the following documents:

1. Duly Filled Online Application Form
2. Provide a copy of your naturalization/citizenship certificate or birth certificate (if born in the nation).
3. Obtain a copy of the passport from the country.
4. Provide a copy of the applicant’s citizenship (for first-generation NRN), parents (for second-generation NRN), or grandparents (for third-generation NRN), as well as proof of relationship.
5. Provide documentation of profession, business, or employment in the current nationality country, if relevant.
6. Signature on plain white paper.

How long does it take to receive the card?

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant embassies/consulates, the NRN ID Card takes 7-12 working days to be granted from the date of application. If the parcel includes a return ticket, the ID Card can be sent to your location or picked up at the embassy.

How long is an NRN ID card valid?

According to NRN Rules 2066, NRN ID cards are valid for ten years for both foreign citizens of Nepalese origin and Nepalese citizens residing abroad. The renewal process for the card is similar to the application process.

How much does it cost to receive an NRN ID card?

The cost of obtaining the NRN ID Card varies depending on your country of residency. To give you a sense of the cost, here’s a table:

Type of NRN Card: Fees/Revenue

NRN Card (foreign nationals of Nepali origin).$520.00

NRN Card (for Nepalese nationals residing abroad)$70.00

How can we help you get an NRN ID card?

NRN Services & Consulting is committed to offering services to NRNs living abroad or in Nepal for a short period of time. We provide the following services to help you obtain the NRN Card:

Online Consultation

We offer excellent online consultations to walk you through the entire process of obtaining the card.

Submit your application.

We can submit the application for you if you are currently in Nepal or one of the states where we provide services. However, you must provide us with the relevant documentation.

Obtain the card.

After applying, we obtain the card and ship it to you.

What are the advantages of the NRN ID Card?

If you’re debating whether or not to get an NRN ID Card, we recommend that you do so because it provides several benefits, including greater rights to own property, invest, and much more.

Easy to obtain. With our aid, you can receive your identity card within a few days.

Cheap and Simple Process The process of obtaining an NRN ID Card is straightforward, easy to follow, and inexpensive.

Rights in Nepal. If you frequently interact with Nepalese officials or return to Nepal, the card can be of great use.

What are my rights after acquiring an NRN ID Card?

The rights of an NRN in Nepal include:

Right to Investment: With an NRN ID Card, you have the freedom to invest in Nepal’s real estate, property, company, and stock market with little obstacles or restrictions.

Repatriation: Due to your NRN status, you can easily repatriate your earnings from investments or property. Money can be moved globally without restrictions from Nepal.

Purchase Land: You can also purchase extra land and real estate in Nepal, albeit there are some restrictions on how much land you can buy.

Conclusion

NRN Services & Consulting provides complete NRN ID Card Service to its clients, from drafting the application and submitting the application to providing the Card as a whole.

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