Introduction

Healthcare in Nepal has its ups and downs. While top-tier services are limited, affordable basic care is widely accessible. Here’s what expats should know.

Public vs Private Care

• Public hospitals: Cheap, crowded, minimal English
• Private hospitals: Better quality, international doctors, affordable compared to Western standards
  

Top private facilities:

• Norvic International (Kathmandu)
  
• Grande International (Kathmandu)
  
• Fewa City Hospital (Pokhara)
  

Health Insurance:

• Recommended: International travel or expat health plans
  
• Local insurance is limited and often non-comprehensive
  

Medications & Pharmacies:

• Pharmacies are everywhere; bring specialty meds from home
  
• Always check expiry dates
  

Vaccines & Safety:

• Recommended: Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Tetanus, Rabies (for remote areas)
  

Drink bottled or filtered water; avoid uncooked street food