Starting your own travel and trekking agency in Nepal is an exciting adventure that brings opportunities for exploration. To make your dream a reality, you need to go through the process of registering your agency. In this guide, we'll take you through the steps to ensure a smooth and successful registration. Let's get started on your journey!
How to Register Travel & Trekking Agency in Nepal
Follow this step-by-step guide to register your Travel & Trekking Agency in Nepal. Here are 7 simple steps to get you started:
- Choose a unique business name for your Travel & Trekking Agency.
- Prepare the required documents for company registration.
- Submit the application for company registration at the Office of the Company Registrar (OCR).
- Register for Business PAN and VAT with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Create a Company Stamp.
- Open a business bank account.
- Apply for a Travel/Trekking License from the Department of Tourism.
1. Choose a Unique Business Name
- Choose a unique business name for your travel & trekking agency.
- Ensuring compliance with the Companies Act 2063 Nepal.
- Verifying the availability of the desired name through the Company Registrar's Office website at www.ocr.gov.np.
- Reserving the name if available.
The link (https://dipencompany.com/blog/check-company-name-nepal.php) provides a guide with step-by-step instructions on how to check and reserve a company name in Nepal.
2. Prepare the Required Documents for Company Registration
- Application Form
- Article of Association
- Memorandum of Association
- Citizenship Certificate of All Directors
- 2 Passport-Size Photographs for Each Member
- Rent Agreement or Land Ownership Certificate
3. Submit the Application for Company Registration at the Office of the Company Registrar (OCR)
- Visit the Company Registrar's Office at Tripureshwor, Kathmandu, Nepal.
- Submit the application for company registration along with the required documents.
- Pay the company registration fees and obtain the company registration certificate.
4. Register for Business PAN and VAT with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD)
- After company registration, proceed to register for Business PAN and VAT
- Note that VAT registration is compulsory for travel and trekking agencies.
5. Create a Company Stamp
- Design a stamp for your travel & trekking agency.
- Include your agency name and registration number on the stamp.
6. Open a Business Bank Account
- Open a business bank account in the name of your travel and trekking agency.
- Provide necessary documents, including your company registration certificate, PAN card.
7. Obtain a Travel/Trekking License
- Apply for a Travel or Trekking License from the Department of Tourism.
- This license ensures that you can legally conduct travel and trekking activities in Nepal.
By completing these seven steps, you will have successfully set up and legally run your Travel & Trekking Agency in Nepal.
Travel & Trekking License Details in Nepal
- Fees: Application Fee NPR 100 and License Fee NPR 25,000.
- Processing Time: Your application will be processed within 2 days.
- Validity: The granted license will be valid for 5 years.
- Bank Guarantee: Ensure the bank guarantee (NPR 5 Lakh for 5 Years) is made in the name of the Department of Tourism, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu, Nepal.
- Financial Requirement: The company must have a paid-up capital of at least NPR 25 lakhs.